Bad On Paper

This week's guest needs no introduction!  Linda Wells , the founder of  Flesh Beauty  and founding editor at Allure Magazine joins us for a conversation about beauty, careers, and more. Linda walks us through her entire career, beginning with her first interviews right out of college (and when her interviewer made her cry), to launching Allure, and most recently the creation of Flesh. We also dive...

It's just us this episode!! We're doing a little bit of self-reflection today, talking about the differences between being in your twenties versus your thirties. Hopefully, for those of you in your twenties, we can offer a little advice. And for those of you in your thirties with us, we know you'll relate! From the difference in how we date now, to what we thought our lives would look like in our...

In this episode, we had so much fun recording with the Rayna Greenberg and Ashley Hesseltine from the Girls Gotta Eat Podcast! We talk about all things dating, from go-to first date outfits, to getting over a break-up (like… NOW), and of course, how to handle people who hound you about your love life. We also talk about making friends as an adult (it might include starting your own podcast!), crea...

 In this episode, we sat down with the extremely talented and hilarious Kathryn Gallagher , one of the stars of one of our favorite shows, You! We love Kathryn's focus body positivity and her perspective on how to handle the hard days. She also gives great advice on developing more confidence and for aspiring actors. Kathryn is amazing, and we know you're gonna love her! Also in this episode, WE'R...

We're back for a bonus episode with no other than Helena Glazer . We couldn't get enough of her! Today we are talking about marriage and parenthood, and balancing both with her successful blog, Brooklyn Blonde ! We also talk about her holy grail skincare and listening to what your skin needs, balancing "Insta-pretty" and "Insta-real," and the secret to walking in heels in the city (hint… it involv...

In this episode, we have one of our favorite bookworms and bloggers, Helena Glazer, joining us for the Daisy Jones & the Six  book club! We highly value Helena's book opinion, so we knew she had to be a pod guest. You guys raved about this book, so we're excited to talk with Helena about it! Also in this episode, Becca is obsessed with the Sleep Cycle app, and Grace loves following body-positive i...

In this episode, we are talking about work, specifically striking out on your own and being your own boss. We talk about our past jobs, how we decided to start working for ourselves, and the best and worst parts of self-employment. Plus we get super honest about how we manage finances while being self-employed. Of course, we have lots of hard-won advice for anyone who is considering going out on t...

In this episode, we sat down with  Indie Lee , founder of her namesake clean beauty brand. Indie has an incredible story that led to not only led to her finding her purpose and passion (and launching her amazing beauty line), but also her insanely positive outlook on life. We talk about living life following the 80/20 rule, skincare products worth splurging on, and doing what makes you happiest. I...

We are so excited about today's guest: Alyssa Mastromonaco. Alyssa is the co-host of the Crooked Media podcast Hysteria , a New York Times Best Selling Author, AND was the White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations for the Obama administration! We ask her a million questions, from how to stay calm in a high pressure job, to how to talk productive conversations with people whose political vie...

In this episode, we are talking about the craziest, scariest and most twisted book: Verity by Colleen Hoover . YOU GUYS. It's hard to put this book into words, because it was so good and so messed up! Becca was terrified to quit reading this book because she knew she would have nightmares, and Grace went out drinking when she finished it. We can't wait to hear your thoughts on it! Also in this epi...

In this episode, we are talking to one of the most inspiring people on Instagram (and one of our live show guests!), Chinae Alexander ! Chinae is an influencer, a podcast host (check out Press Send !), a makeup extraordinaire, and fitness icon. We talk about a little of everything, from removing toxicity and body confidence, to her holy grail skincare products and her favorite under-the-radar make...

In today's episode, we have the incredible  Hitha Palepu ! Seriously, is there anything that Hitha can't do? You've heard us obsess over her Five Smart Reads newsletter, but Hitha is also the CEO and co-founder of Rho Pharmaceuticals, the creator of the blog "Hitha on the Go," the author of How to Pack: Travel Smart for Any Trip , and a full time mom (Our first mom to be featured on the pod!) to h...

In this episode, *cue Oprah voice* it's Grace and Becca's favorite things! We are taking our weekly obsessions to a new level. We talk about everything we are loving right now, from TV shows and podcasts, to beauty products and clothing. We didn't want you to miss any of these recommendations, so we have listed every one of them in our Facebook group, so now is the perfect time to join! Also in th...

It's our first bonus episode! And with no other than our favorite book lover, Ashley Spivey ! We just couldn't get enough of her. Today we are talking all things the Bachelor (Becca thinks someone should write a dystopian book about what happens behind the scenes), books (including her favorite book instagrammers - get a notepad ready!), and seriously the weirdest questions you guys have ever aske...

In this episode, we are joined by our favorite fellow book lover, Ashley Spivey , to talk about this month's bookclub pick,  99 Percent Mine  by Sally Thorne. Ashley runs a Facebook group bookclub with over 11,000 members, co-hosts the podcast  He Said She Said,  AND was on The Bachelor!  We can't think of a better fit to help us talk about this month's book. Readers beware... by the end of this e...

In this episode, we sat down with the fashionable, smart, and all-around wonderful  Blair Eadie , the founder of Atlantic-Pacific! We ask her all your fashion and life questions, like why she started her blog, why she has chosen to keep it fashion-focused, her go to bargain finds, and the worst fad she participated in during high school (it includes an Avril Lavigne phase). Plus: the behind the sc...

Happy Galentine's Day! We are celebrating this girl power holiday by going on a friend-date and of course, hanging out with you! We are answering the age old question… "How the F do I make friends as an adult?!" Plus, how to set boundaries with friends, balancing boyfriends and gal pals, how cupcakes can mend friend fallouts, and how to have a successful long-distance friendship. Also in this epis...

In this episode, we sat down with Jared Freid , a prolific podcast host, dating expert, and standup comedian! We couldn't stop laughing the entire episode! We ask all of your dating questions, including what to say to people who claim you are "too picky" and why ex still watches your Instagram stories.  Also in this episode, Becca finds out that her dream job exists (there are people who write Lif...

It's our first book episode of 2019! Today we are talking about Little White Lies by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. We loved it! It's a little bit Gossip Girl and a little bit Pretty Little Liars or Paper Princess. This book is soap opera-level drama and it has a twist so good, even Grace didn't see it coming! We can't wait to hear your thoughts on this book. Speaking of books, Grace finished her tenth boo...

In this episode, we get to hang with BET style director Danielle Prescod, and we are obsessed! She is a self-proclaimed over sharer so this episode was extra fun to record! Danielle is a pop-culture expert, style icon, and fitness enthusiast. We asked her all your questions in a fun lightening round (including tips on how to take the best selfie and of course, DATING) and she walks us through her...

In this episode, we are talking all things wellness! We evaluate our health goals for 2019 and how we're doing. We talk about our current health-strengths, and where we need improvement (Grace admits "Dry-January" isn't going as planned)! Becca is on a cookbook craze and Grace is a solid week into the celery juice craze. Also in this episode, Grace got a gadget to fix her posture and Becca has a b...

In this episode, we are so excited to hangout with Katie Sturino from @the12ishstyle and the founder of Megababe! We LOVE her and we know you will too! We ask all of your questions and talk about everything from body positivity to our best first date ideas. This may just be our favorite episode yet! Also in this episode, Grace and Katie share their love/hate relationship with celery juice and Becc...

In our first episode back from holiday hiatus, we're excited to share the changes we have planned for the pod this year. We're also announcing our first pod guest (who we have a HUGE friend-crush on), and our first book club pick of the year! We're fully rested and ready for a great year of podding.  Also in this episode: Grace finds out she is on the USPS naughty list,  we're both sharing our fav...

In our last episode before our holiday hiatus, we are discussing The Proposal, by Jasmine Guillory. This was our first foray into romance novels (it gets a little steamy) but we think Jasmine Guillory does a great job (we both want this one to get a movie deal!) Also in this episode: we both have had friends in town and are entertaining like crazy, Becca got a cool gadget that makes iced coffee an...

It's a very festive advice ep! We're talking about everything from dealing with the "Why are you still single?" questions at the holiday table to making small talk at holiday parties to the best gift picks and more! Also in this episode, Grace's new baby (!!!!) and Becca's new comforter obsession! Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our  FB group  for amazing book recs & more Follow us on Instagra...