FR, Letʼs Talk: Real Talk + Biblical Truth for Christian Teen Girls

Welcome BACK to Literally, IRL—the Literally Magazine series where teen girls get to meet the real humans behind the words, wisdom, and heart poured into every SINGLE issue.  Today’s guest is Adriane Cook—contributing author, Christian mama of two girls, cycle health and fitness coach, and host of the podcast Empowered Puberty for Girl Moms. Adriane is on a mission to flip the script on puberty, p...

HOLD UP. PAUSE THE SCROLL. This episode might expose your feelings… and honestly? They’ve had it coming. If your emotions have ever: 😵‍💫 Taken one text way too personally 💔 Let a crush decide your mood for the entire day 📱 Sent you into a full spiral after one Instagram story 🙏 Made you feel close to God one minute and totally ghosted the next Yeah… bestie, this one’s for you. Today we’re tal...

Welcome to the very first episode of Literally, IRL—the brand new Literally Magazine segment where teen girls get to meet the real humans behind the pages! Our first guest is Kelsey Ward—author, former teacher, volleyball coach, teen mentor, and all-around hype queen for girls stepping into their God-given identity. Kelsey’s heart is to help teen girls like YOU walk through life with confidence, c...

“I believe that overnight is overrated. And not only is it overrated—it would actually be your undoing.” - Mary Marantz "...Be thankful for the tables you're not being invited to...the people who are showing you how NOT to treat people, because you are being shaped into something ..." - Mary Marantz Girls. Lean. In.  This episode is that conversation — the kind that feels like a dee...

“Girl, just do you.” “Follow your heart.” “Protect your peace.” Cute advice… until it becomes the gospel according to self —where your feelings quietly run your life! If you’ve ever: Felt exhausted from trying to be confident Let likes, comments, or attention decide your mood Wondered why “self-love” still leaves you anxious Thought, Why do I feel empty when I’m doing everything I’m supposed to? Y...

Be honest… have you ever laid in bed thinking, “Wait—am I going to hell for this??” Same, sis. SAME. In this bonus episode, we’re spilling real, Scripture-backed tea on the questions teen girls are actually asking but are usually too scared to say out loud—like: 💗 “Will I go to hell if I like girls?” 😶 “Why does life feel kinda empty sometimes… is this all there is?” 💥 “How do I handle friend d...

GIRLS, SEASON 3 IS HERE! EPISODE 1 JUST DROPPED! Coffee in hand? Lip gloss on? Owala filled? Let’s go. Season 3 is officially LIVE, and trust me—it’s about to hit different.  We’re diving straight into something EVERY teen girl has (even if no one talks about it): your worldview. Think of it like a secret pair of glasses that decides how you see yourself, your friends, your future… basically life...

Season 2 finale, baby! ✨Joseph’s story wraps up in epic, tear-while-you-laugh style , and we’re unpacking Genesis 50 like you’ve never heard before. Think betrayal, dreams gone sideways, palace-level glow-ups, and one jaw-dropping moment of forgiveness: “You meant evil against me, but God meant it for good.”   We’re serving up grace, perspective, and practical teen-girl life lessons that show you...

Feeling invisible? Left out? Like everyone else is living their best life while you’re stuck in the corner? Girl, you are not alone. In this final episode, we wrap up the Holy but Heated mini-series with a deep dive into the real, raw, and sometimes messy world of teen girl loneliness.  We’re talking about the moments when:  ✨ You have people, but still feel completely alone  ✨ You’re included,...

Feeling your faith flicker and wondering how to stay spiritually ready every day? In this bonus episode we’re talking about how to keep your lamp lit and your heart glowing even when life feels messy. This one is for the teen girl who loves Jesus but sometimes drifts midweek, worships big on Sunday but forgets by Wednesday, and wonders if God even sees her when everything is chaotic. We’re breakin...

Girl, your words are wild powerful. They can hype someone up, shut drama down, spark a fight, or totally shift a room. And in Genesis 49, Jacob proves it. We’re talking prophetic-level blessings, honest truth bombs, and future-shaping words that echo for generations. And can we have a moment? We’re down to our final two Joseph episodes in Season 2. Like… how did we get here already? If you’ve been...

Feeling like your glow-up is getting side-eyed or your shine is being snipped? In this bonus episode, we’re diving into Tall Poppy Syndrome and how to bloom brightly even when the world wants to keep you small. You’ll learn how to stand tall, shine unapologetically, and navigate jealous vibes at school, online, and even in friend groups. This one’s for the teen girl ready to grow, glow, and stay r...

Ever been to a party you didn’t even want an invite to? But you’re there anyway, standing by the punch while everyone else seems perfect—perfect laughs, perfect selfies, perfect outfits. Welcome to the Comparison Party … and girl, we’ve all been there. In this episode of FR, Let’s Talk , we’re diving into Joseph’s story (Genesis 48) and the wild “hands-crossed blessing” moment with Jacob. Spoiler:...

Mirror check: Do you ever go from “kinda cute” to “completely crushed” in 0.2 seconds? Been there. This episode is for the girl who’s done with the self-hate spiral but still feels stuck—comparing, scrolling, and sighing at every “perfect” post. We’re unpacking why it’s so easy to hate your body: the loud comparison culture of TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube that screams, “You’re not enough”; the r...

Hey girl hey!! 💛 You asked. I answered. And today, we are going ALL IN with the ultimate Q+A dump! Clare, Audrey, Eden, and our question queen Amelia sent in some of the BEST, most relatable teen girl questions ever — and we’re unpacking every single one with heart, honesty, and a little help from God. What’s inside this mega bonus episode? Clare’s pride puzzle — How to celebrate your smarts and...

Stop scrolling, sis! Today’s episode is your ultimate life-hack for surviving chaos, heartbreak, and teen drama—Joseph style. We’re diving deep into Genesis 47 to uncover how God provides in the famine, protects in the chaos, and positions you for your breakthrough—sometimes behind the scenes where you can’t even see Him working. If you’ve ever felt like life is a total disaster, your friendships...

Ever told yourself, “It’s just a little bit… it won’t hurt” ? 👀 Girl, that’s one of the sneakiest lies Satan whispers—and it never stays little. In this episode of FR, Let’s Talk, we’re unpacking how small compromises—tiny shortcuts, “harmless” choices, or slightly sketchy content—can quietly shape your heart, your focus, and your faith. From a hilarious (and disgusting) story about dog poop brow...

Jacob was a total hot mess—favoritism, past mistakes, messy patterns… the guy basically could’ve won “Crappiest Dad of the Year.” And yet? He still went straight to God for a clear YES or NO. Spoiler alert: God showed up—loud, clear, and generous. In this episode of FR, Let’s Talk , we’re diving into Genesis 46ː5 to see how you can: Ask God boldly for guidance (even when your past feels like a dum...

Girl… grab your popcorn because this week’s episode is spicier than your group chat at 11PM. Everyone’s talking about cancel culture — but what if we told you it’s not just on TikTok… it’s in your friend group, your school, and your youth group?  In this third installment of our Holy but Heated series, Kaase is diving into the mess, the drama, and the deeper truth behind cancel culture — what it i...

Okay, real talk, girl—November is creeping in, and everyone’s suddenly talking about gratitude like it’s just cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes, and scrolling cute TikToks. But let’s be honest… gratitude can be way more epic than that.  What if being thankful wasn’t just about the cute stuff, but about seeing everyone around you—even the messy, dramatic, totally extra humans—as God sees them? Ye...

⚠️ Listener Disclaimer:  Hey sweet girls—before you hit play, a quick heads-up. In this episode, Ellie and I talk honestly about some hard but important topics, including sexual assault, manipulation, eating disorders, and being taken advantage of. These are real-life things that too many girls quietly face. If any part of this feels heavy or hits close to home, pause and pull a friend, mom, mento...

Big Stinking News, you guys! We are DAYS away from launching FR, Let’s Talk Magazine – Literally Magazine! This would SERIOUSLY make the perfect Christmas gift, so go ask Mom and Dad—yes, right now. In ONE WEEK, preorders open! Lock in 15% off the annual subscription if you preorder before 1/1/2026, securing 6 issues for $72 ($12 per issue). And let’s be real… what even gets you $12 these days? NO...

Quick poll—don’t answer out loud: Would you give up your favorite snack for a friend? Risk losing your spot in line for someone else? Take the blame for a sibling or friend—even if it got you in trouble? Where are you leaning? Brave enough to say yes, or whispering, “Girl, I’m just trying to survive this week”? Same. Okay, friends—here’s the tea: today we’re diving into Genesis 44, where Judah—yep...

Ever followed a Christian influencer and felt… weird? Like, they talk about Jesus—but something feels off? The merch links, the collabs, the “look-at-me-but-I’m-holy” vibes? Yeah… we’re going there. In this raw and too-real episode of Holy but Heated: Too Spicy for the Group Chat; Too Real to Ignore, we’re asking the question nobody wants to touch: When does sharing your faith online turn into sho...

Ever feel like your parents are reading from two different rulebooks? Like Mom says “absolutely not,” Dad says “maybe,” and suddenly you’re stuck in the middle of Crush Chaos 101? In today’s FR, Let’s Talk episode, we’re diving into one of the trickiest teen girl topics: what to do when Mom and Dad aren’t on the same page about boys, texting, and dating. This week’s convo started with a real quest...