Basically Unbothered

Welcome to the exciting new era of the Unbothered podcast! Host Gabi is back with a lively twist, bringing you engaging recaps of your favorite TV shows, movies, and pop culture phenomena. With a commitment to delivering value and entertainment, Gabi invites listeners to join her on this refreshing journey every Friday. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers...

As the year winds down, Gabi reflects on what this past year really taught her. In this episode of Basically Unbothered , she talks about releasing the pressure of New Year’s resolutions, letting go of what no longer serves her, and honoring the growth that came from both the good and the hard moments. This episode is rooted in gratitude, not the performative kind, but the quiet acknowledgment of...

In this week’s episode of Basically Unbothered , Gabi is joined by educator and trauma specialist Dee for a reflective, grounding conversation just in time for the holidays. What begins as a casual catch-up unfolds into a deeper discussion about inner work, burnout, and the quiet power of living with intention. Dee shares her experience teaching high school for over 20 years and how working closel...

In this episode of Basically Unbothered , Gabi is joined by life coach and intuitive practitioner Megan Gillman for a conversation that moves between pop culture, spirituality, and the very real work of unlearning perfectionism. They unpack the messiness of being perceived publicly, from celebrity relationships and cancel culture to why some people are allowed to be “lovable messes” while others a...

In this episode, we head into a live community event for a series of conversations with local entrepreneurs, creatives, and young professionals. We discuss the challenges of growing and rebuilding small businesses, navigating pressure with ease, and finding authenticity in creative work. Guests share insights about simplifying systems, staying connected to purpose, and handling unexpected customer...

Episode Summary: In this Small Business Saturday special, Blake sets up her mobile studio and interviews a powerful lineup of women entrepreneurs, creators, and community leaders. The episode opens with congressional candidate Shelby Campbell, who breaks down the realities of American politics, women’s rights, and why young people need to stay engaged. Blake then spotlights local small business ow...

In this episode of Basically Unbothered , Blake sits down with the brilliant and multitalented Lauren Marie — neuroscientist, creative, and all-around powerhouse for women of color. And listen… we go everywhere . From the ethics of using AI in creative spaces (because yes, we’re side-eyeing some of y’all) to the way celebrity culture can warp our relationship with our own bodies. We talk about how...

In this episode, Gabi and Heiress dive headfirst into the generational chaos we all inherited without signing a contract. We’re talking dissociation as a family pastime, conflict avoidance masquerading as “peace,” and why so many of us learned to shrink ourselves before we ever learned to breathe deeply. The conversation gets real about how money trauma shows up in adulthood, why looking “put toge...

In this episode, I’m catching you up on life — the highs, the lows, and the “I’m just trying to make it through the week” in-betweens. We’re talking about mental health, creative burnout, and what it really feels like to keep showing up when anxiety and depression try to steal the spotlight. I get real about my current headspace, dive into the chaos of millennial adulthood, and yes — we’re talking...

In this episode, Gabi sits down with author and cultural anthropologist Nikki Auberkett for a fun, thought-provoking dive into everything from culture and creativity to Halloween chaos. They swap stories about how social media has turned spooky season into a full-blown production, unpack how fandoms shape modern myths, and geek out over beloved book series like The Mortal Instruments and A Court o...

Summary This week’s bonus episode hits close to home. Gabi sits down with her mom, Anicia, for an open and emotional talk about surviving breast cancer — the fear, the faith, the pain, and the plan to live. Recorded during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the two get real about what it means to fight for your life while still showing up for the people you love. It’s raw, vulnerable, and full of the...

Summary This week, it’s just Blake — raw, reflective, and a little tired, but still showing up. From navigating family chaos and mental health dips to figuring out life one deep breath at a time, she opens up about where she’s been lately and what healing really looks like. In between the real talk, there’s a pop culture rundown featuring Jennifer Aniston’s honesty about infertility, the celebrity...

Episode Summary: This week on Basically Unbothered , Gabi and Donny dive into everything from morning routines and creative burnout to the messiness of relationships and pop culture chaos. They swap stories about filmmaking, writing, and trying to stay sane while chasing creative dreams. From Harry Potter’s new reboot and No Doubt’s comeback to Meghan and Harry minding their royal business, the co...

Summary: This week, Gabi is back with guest Mya and stories, side eyes, and a little chaos. From Mya’s Brazilian adventures (and her ongoing visa saga) to Gabi’s big chop that symbolizes her “new era” energy, the girls get real about embracing change and living life on your own terms. They slide effortlessly from digital nomad confessions and tax loopholes (because yes, that’s a thing) to pop cult...

Summary This week, Gabi sits down with Davonna Hytower for a ride through all the things we love to love (and side-eye). From nostalgic TV reunions that make us feel like kids again, to the chaos and culture of modern music festivals like Coachella, they cover it all. The conversation hits on celebrity headlines—yes, Rihanna’s new baby included—before diving into the ever-shifting world of books:...

Summary Gabi kicks off the new Basically Unbothered format with guests Ivy and Don. Life updates? Check—Gabi’s dog adoption chaos included. Pop culture? We’ve got Twilight drama and Kanye’s latest antics. Then it gets real: representation of Black trans women, age gaps in books, and how Hollywood handles our faves. Plus, Ivy, Don, and Gabi dive into polyamory, queer identity, and what family reall...