Well-Informed Girlfriends

This week we’re talking about Chris Rock’s very belated response to Will Smith slapping him at the Oscars last year. Plus, a wild story about how the share of single men who say they’re looking for dates or relationships has declined from 61 percent to 50 percent. What’s up with that? We’re also talking about how much is too much of a nap and love in the time of inflation. All that, and more on th...

This week, we’re talking about the wild weather hitting California — plus how there’s more on the way — and a new, yet somehow old, way of dressing called “stealth wealth.” Plus, apparently the way we’re posing for photos is cringe now and the proliferation of tipping opportunities (and when you should actually be tipping ) . We’ll also explain a new drink taking over college campuses called a BOR...

This week, we’re talking about the Chinese spy balloon, the insanity of the new chat bot everyone is talking about, ChatGPT, and grocery prices being higher than ever before. We're also talking about the latest trends in online dating and who’s still using them (we know Tiege is), a study on how certain food can affect your depression and our favorite story of the week - Bold February!! All this a...

This week, your well-informed girlfriends are talking about new guidance from the surgeon general about social media for young people, new bold and controversial guidelines for dealing with childhood obesity and why we can’t focus on anything anymore and how to deal with it. Tiege and Sam are also talking about the newest weight loss injection obsession, dating green flags that could tell you if t...

This week, the girls break down the most recent Britney Spears controversy, new workplace buzzwords and the newest Fyre festival (lol). Sam and Tiege also chat about self-esteem tips, Galentine's Day, and Lucky Girl Syndrome, which of course Tiege is all about. All of this and so much more on this week's episode of Well-Informed Girlfriends <3 

Today, we’re talking about the on-going Balenciaga drama, Spotify Wrapped playlists potentially being a privacy concern, and the new group of people shopping at The Dollar Store. We’re also breaking down the new lab-based diamond trend, a new study that shows *just* how bad drinking is for you and how to survive the holidays if you’re single! lol Merry Christmas ya'll! 

This week on Well-Informed Girlfriends, the girls are breaking down the most recent protests happening in China over Covid restrictions, the latest in the Kanye debacle, and a new millennial worker phenomenon called "career cushioning." The girls are also chatting about Black Friday and yet another dating trend - this week’s dating hot-topic is referred to as "winter coating." All that and more on...

This week, we’re talking about the fatal shooting at a Colorado nightclub, Donald trump running for president (again), and his return to Elon's Twitter. We’re also talking about the drama over trying to get tickets to T-Swift (and big picture why that’s a big deal) plus apparently more people are having affairs during the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. All that and more, today on Well-Informed Gir...

This week, we’re talking about Colorado legalizing magic mushrooms, retirees going back to work due to sky-high inflation and holiday spending. We're also diving into how inflation is impacting peoples' dating lives, customer service wait times somehow being worse than ever before and the next buzz-worthy diet trend, the nordic diet.

We're back! This week on Well-Informed Girlfriends, Tiege and Sam dive into all things regarding the upcoming midterm elections and a phenomenon medical experts are calling a "tripledemic" as we head into the holiday season. The girls also talk about a new dating trend called "cobwebbing" and "beige flags" on dating apps. All that and more on this week's episode! 

This week, your well-informed girlfriends catch you up on everything surrounding Trump's acquittal and they dive into all things #freeBritney after FX released the New York Times documentary "Framing Britney". Also, Tiege and Sam chat about Bachelor Host Chris Harrison cancelling himself this week and of course because it is Valentine's Day - the girls chat about love and Sam's absolute distain fo...

This week, the girls talk about their favorite Super Bowl moments — from commercials to memes — plus they break down everything you need to know about former President Trump's impeachment trial that starts later this week. Finally, they chat about some of their own personal dating horror stories and other major red flags to be on the lookout for. All that and more, on this week of Well Informed Gi...

This week, COVID cases are finally on the decline but the reason why may surprise you. The vaccine rollout hasn't been the smoothest thing we've ever seen, double-masking is a new, fun trend and according to The New York Times, people are feeling more socially awkward in 2021 than ever before. All that and so much more on this week's episode of Well-Informed Girlfriends <3 

In this special edition of Well-Informed Girlfriends, Sam and Tiege take you on a quick journey to Washington D.C. during the inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. From fashion moments (including Bernie's mittens, obviously) to picking up on the city's ~vibes~, the girls have got it all plus, as always, some unsolicited hot takes!

In case you've been hiding in the woods for days,  Joe Biden is the new president-elect. But what you may not know is the adorable history his DOGS will be making this January. Yes, his dogs. Plus, the holidays are going to be a bummer this year because of COVID...we’re talking about some ways to keep you and your family safe. Finally, Tiege went on an awkward date and bailed after learning t...

This week, Tiege and Sam chat about heading into yet another wave of the virus — the third, to be exact. Plus, the girls discuss Gen Z ~vibes~ ahead of election day (spoiler alert, they feel disenfranchised and depressed like the rest of us.) Plus, they're talking about making sure your voice is heard this election season and about how to make new friends in a pandemic (safely and from a social di...

This week felt like the longest week ever...starting with Trump’s tax returns and ending with him briefly being hospitalized for coronavirus. Plus, it's morbid but just in case, we’re explaining what happens in the event of a presidential death. Plus! The girls have some tips for battling mask acne aka maskne. All that and more on this week's episode of Well-Informed Girlfriends <3 

This week on the pod, the girls revisit some of the amazing feats of late U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in the wake of her death at the age of 87. Plus, the weird (and expensive) way some people are passing the time in quarantine: flights to nowhere. And it wouldn't be 2020 without another weird food thing, so Taco Bell is making a wine? All that and more, this week on Well Inform...

This week on the pod, Tiege and Sam have the latest on the vaccine trials and the people who are now becoming #antivaxxers. Plus, a ton of young people are giving up on their dreams to move home with their parents during the pandemic. Finally, the girls chat about some new research just released pointing to the dangers of indoor restaurant dining. And per usual, there are a bunch of baby announcem...

Oh 2020, you never slow down, do you? This week, the girls are chatting about the gender reveal party that sparked a new California wildfire. Then, they chat about divorce rates on the rise which they absolutely predicted would happen at the beginning of quarantine. They also discuss a professor who's ASKING to be cancelled and OMG is this the best Dancing with the Stars cast you've ever seen? Tie...

This week, the girls chat, of course, everything coronavirus including but not limited to conspiracy theories, new research on surfaces carrying the virus and what movie theaters are doing to prepare to open. Then, they chat about how to properly and safely vote by mail, shortages on Dr. Pepper and Chrissy Teigen's big announcement. All that and more on a full week of Well-Informed Girlfriends. &l...

Sam is back! This week, the girls are talking all things coronavirus (are you shocked?) - they discuss how effective the current testing is and what masks are best. Then, the girls chat with a therapist about best practices for handling stress in the current climate and finally, the girls chat conspiracy theories and what they're watching. All that and more on this week of Well-Informed Girlfriend...

This week, Tiege is joined by childhood bestie and pop culture expert, Bailey Rivara. They discuss Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's clap back to Representative Yoho's name-calling, Taylor Swift's new album and why it has a different vibe, Kanye's full-on breakdown and the #FreeBritney movement started by fans to get freedom for Britney Spears...but does she want that? All this and more in...

This week, Tiege is joined by childhood bestie and comedian Emma Tyler. The girls break down the mask debate, the school debate, the Goya Bean controversy, Will and Jada Smith relationship tea and dating rules in quarantine. 

One of the big stories right now is whether or not schools should open up in the fall. It turns out the issue is more complicated than it appears. We sat down, via phone call, with a grade school teacher in South Central Los Angeles, Alyssa Scofield, a friend of Tiege's from Laker Girls. She told us about the pros and cons of opening schools in the fall for her students.