Episodes

  • Kiss All the Time, Lose Our Minds Occasionally: Pop Cultural Survival Guide

    Kiss All the Time, Lose Our Minds Occasionally: Pop Cultural Survival Guide
    Jan 26 2026

    This week’s episode is a full pop culture catch-up, bouncing from awards season chaos to celebrity soft launches and New Year reality checks. We break down the Grammy nomination picks, Oscar noms, and why Sinners deserves Best Picture (no notes), plus unpack the absolute audacity of Wicked getting shut out. We spiral over Harry Styles’ rumored new album (Kiss All the Time, Disco Occasionally), what his next tour could look like, and why it already has us emotionally budgeting. Speaking of budgeting, we also get real about saving money in the new year — while watching Timothée Chalamet finally make his love for Kylie Jenner public. Culture is moving fast, our opinions are strong, and yes, we’re talking about all of it.

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    Emily's Captivation: Ponies

    Hannah's Captivation: SO CLOSE TO WHAT??? (deluxe) by Tate McRae

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    Welcome to The Gal’s Guide — a weekly dating and lifestyle podcast created to empower radical self-love and bold relationships. Join us, long-distance best friends Hannah Adams and Emily Aleece Burton, for amusing and vulnerable conversations with insightful guests as we cover topics like love and dating to your own self-love, healing, spirituality, and always remembering the importance of gal pals.

    Want to request a topic or work with us? Send us an email at hello@thegalsguidepod.com or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Lengths We Go To For Friendships: Why Are We Stricter with Friends Than Boyfriends?

    Lengths We Go To For Friendships: Why Are We Stricter with Friends Than Boyfriends?
    Jan 12 2026

    This week, we dive into the chaos of modern loyalty—where saying you’d stay friends with someone even if they cheated is suddenly a hot take worthy of internet judgment. We talk about why female friendships often carry stricter moral rules than romantic relationships, and how we’ll forgive a boy who texts three other girls before we’ll forgive a bestie for one wrong move. From ride-or-die devotion to “one strike and you’re out” social expectations, we untangle the contradictions in how we treat the people who love us most, what loyalty actually means, and why women are expected to be both saints and therapists in every relationship we touch.

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    Watch Emily's Short Film, All We Were!

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    Emily's Substack: third martini thoughts

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    Emily's Captivation: Amy Poehler's Podcast, Good Hang

    Hannah's Captivation: Emily In Paris

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    Welcome to The Gal’s Guide — a weekly dating and lifestyle podcast created to empower radical self-love and bold relationships. Join us, long-distance best friends Hannah Adams and Emily Aleece Burton, for amusing and vulnerable conversations with insightful guests as we cover topics like love and dating to your own self-love, healing, spirituality, and always remembering the importance of gal pals.

    Want to request a topic or work with us? Send us an email at hello@thegalsguidepod.com or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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    Emily: @emilyaleece

    Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller



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    57 mins
  • It's The End of Beginning: Year of the Horse, Manifesting 2026 & Stranger Things

    It's The End of Beginning: Year of the Horse, Manifesting 2026 & Stranger Things
    Jan 5 2026

    This week we are officially in transition mode as we say goodbye to the Year of the Snake and step into the Year of the Horse, aka leaving behind quiet lessons and sprinting toward main character energy. We reflect on what 2025 taught us, what habits and mindsets we are shedding, and what we actually want to bring into 2026 without jinxing ourselves. Plus, we recap the Stranger Things finale, process our emotions, and try to figure out how a show that raised us emotionally is suddenly… over. Equal parts reflective, chaotic, and deeply unserious.

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    Watch Emily's Short Film, All We Were!

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    Emily's Substack: third martini thoughts

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    Emily's Captivation: The Crux Deluxe by Djo

    Hannah's Captivation: The Ex Talk by Rachel Lynn Solomon

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    Welcome to The Gal’s Guide — a weekly dating and lifestyle podcast created to empower radical self-love and bold relationships. Join us, long-distance best friends Hannah Adams and Emily Aleece Burton, for amusing and vulnerable conversations with insightful guests as we cover topics like love and dating to your own self-love, healing, spirituality, and always remembering the importance of gal pals.

    Want to request a topic or work with us? Send us an email at hello@thegalsguidepod.com or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Goodbye 2025, Hello 2026: Our End of Year Recap and New Year Goals

    Goodbye 2025, Hello 2026: Our End of Year Recap and New Year Goals
    Dec 22 2025

    In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane to reflect on the highs and lows of 2025, sharing our favorite films, albums, and standout moments from the year. We dive into what made these picks special and how they shaped our year. Plus, we talk about our big goals for 2026 and the things we're most excited to see unfold; whether it's new releases, personal growth, or changes in the world. It's a mix of nostalgia, anticipation, and optimism as we look back and forward in a fun, laid-back chat!

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    Watch Emily's Short Film, All We Were!

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    Emily's Substack: third martini thoughts

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    Emily's Captivation: Heated Rivalry

    Hannah's Captivation: Oh What Fun

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    Welcome to The Gal’s Guide — a weekly dating and lifestyle podcast created to empower radical self-love and bold relationships. Join us, long-distance best friends Hannah Adams and Emily Aleece Burton, for amusing and vulnerable conversations with insightful guests as we cover topics like love and dating to your own self-love, healing, spirituality, and always remembering the importance of gal pals.

    Want to request a topic or work with us? Send us an email at hello@thegalsguidepod.com or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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    Secret Facebook Group: The Gal Scouts

    Emily: @emilyaleece

    Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller



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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • You Can’t Run Away From Yourself: Reality TV and the Illusion of Escape

    You Can’t Run Away From Yourself: Reality TV and the Illusion of Escape
    Dec 15 2025

    This week starts exactly how all serious conversations should: with reality TV. We get into The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, pivot to the new movie Hamnet, and somehow end up having an existential conversation about mental health, avoidance, and the uncomfortable truth that you can’t actually run away from yourself.

    We talk about why people cling to structure, relationships, and fantasy as a form of escape — and what happens when you realize you’re stuck with your own thoughts for the rest of your life. A classic case of best friends chatting about pop culture and accidentally unpacking the human condition.

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    Stream Hannah's album, PHASES!

    Watch Emily's Short Film, All We Were!

    Emily's TikTok Shop

    Emily's Substack: third martini thoughts

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    Emily's Captivation: Hamnet

    Hannah's Captivation: Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 3

    Shop CLEARSTEM and 15% off with the code GALSGUIDE at checkout

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    Welcome to The Gal’s Guide — a weekly dating and lifestyle podcast created to empower radical self-love and bold relationships. Join us, long-distance best friends Hannah Adams and Emily Aleece Burton, for amusing and vulnerable conversations with insightful guests as we cover topics like love and dating to your own self-love, healing, spirituality, and always remembering the importance of gal pals.

    Want to request a topic or work with us? Send us an email at hello@thegalsguidepod.com or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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    Emily: @emilyaleece

    Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller



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    59 mins
  • Battling Seasonal Depression, Vecna, and The Wizard of Oz: Pop Culture Survival Guide

    Battling Seasonal Depression, Vecna, and The Wizard of Oz: Pop Culture Survival Guide
    Dec 8 2025

    This week, we’re reuniting over Thanksgiving and immediately diving into our shared love language: watching Wicked For Good with each other like the true Galinda and Elphaba we are! We also break down everything we’re manifesting, fearing, and theorizing for Stranger Things Season 5. Also, since it wouldn’t be the holidays without a little emotional whiplash, we get real about seasonal depression, how it creeps in this time of year, and the tiny rituals that actually help us stay grounded. Cozy chaos, delusion, and comfort food–coded healing all in one episode.

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    Watch Emily's Short Film, All We Were!

    Emily's TikTok Shop

    Emily's Substack: third martini thoughts

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    Emily's Captivation: Stranger Things Season 5

    Hannah's Captivation: All Her Fault

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    Welcome to The Gal’s Guide — a weekly dating and lifestyle podcast created to empower radical self-love and bold relationships. Join us, long-distance best friends Hannah Adams and Emily Aleece Burton, for amusing and vulnerable conversations with insightful guests as we cover topics like love and dating to your own self-love, healing, spirituality, and always remembering the importance of gal pals.

    Want to request a topic or work with us? Send us an email at hello@thegalsguidepod.com or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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    Secret Facebook Group: The Gal Scouts

    Emily: @emilyaleece

    Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller



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    1 hr
  • Holiday Gift Guide: The ULTIMATE Captivation List of 2025!

    Holiday Gift Guide: The ULTIMATE Captivation List of 2025!
    Nov 24 2025
    It’s our annual holiday gift-guide episode, packed with cozy recs, chaotic finds, and the presents that make you look way more put-together than you actually are. If you don’t know what to get anyone this year… we do.---The Homebody:-Watercolor Workbook by Emily Lex Studio-Kindle Paperwhite-Ranger Station candles- Monogrammed PillowsThe Hostess:-Anthropologie Icon Glasses-Anthro Icon Cocktail Shaker-Chip & Dip Bowl-Novelty Linen NapkinsThe Beauty Guru:-gift certificate for Korean Lash Lift & Tint-Nécessaire The Body Lotion-Dermaflash Dermapore-Medicube PDRN Sheet MasksThe Fashionista:-Barn Jacket - Old Navy/JCrew/Aritzia-Levi’s Women’s Ribcage Straight Full Length Jeans-Tecovas-Tory Burch Studded Mule FlatesThe Home Chef:-Mackenzie Childs rolling pin-glass coffee syrup dispenser-Wishbone Kitchen Cookbook-Sabre UtensilsThe Fitness Lover:-Walking Pad-gym membership (a few months/a year)-Higher Dose Sauna Blanket-Acupuncture MatThe Self-Care Lover:-foot massager-Eberjey Pajamas-Therabody Smart GogglesAnyone To Enjoy:-car vent phone mount---Stream Hannah's album, PHASES!Watch Emily's Short Film, All We Were!Emily's TikTok ShopEmily's Substack: third martini thoughts---Emily's Captivation: B12 shotsHannah's Captivation: OUAI Super Dry Invisible Dry Shampoo in Melrose PlaceShop CLEARSTEM and 15% off with the code GALSGUIDE at checkout---Welcome to The Gal’s Guide — a weekly dating and lifestyle podcast created to empower radical self-love and bold relationships. Join us, long-distance best friends Hannah Adams and Emily Aleece Burton, for amusing and vulnerable conversations with insightful guests as we cover topics like love and dating to your own self-love, healing, spirituality, and always remembering the importance of gal pals. Want to request a topic or work with us? Send us an email at hello@thegalsguidepod.com or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com---FOLLOW US!Instagram: @thegalsguidepodSecret Facebook Group: The Gal ScoutsEmily: @emilyaleeceHannah: @hannahadamsmillerAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • It’s Not a Setback, It’s a Redirect: Reframing the Story We're Telling Ourselves

    It’s Not a Setback, It’s a Redirect: Reframing the Story We're Telling Ourselves
    Nov 17 2025

    This week’s episode is basically Thanksgiving in podcast form: chaotic, cozy, a little unhinged, and fueled by holiday-level delusion. We spiral through our Thanksgiving plans, why the night before the holiday should count as a national drinking event, and what we’re actually thankful for this year.

    We’re talking all things mindset, reframes, and delusional confidence, because Keke Palmer said to stop acting like life is happening to us and start remembering life is happening from us. We’re choosing new narratives, even if they sound a little unhinged. We talk about reframing our thinking, choosing the “my life is protecting me” narrative, and remembering that life is coming from us, not at us. It’s gratitude season, but make it tipsy, dramatic, and spiritually aligned.

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    Stream Hannah's album, PHASES!

    Watch Emily's Short Film, All We Were!

    Emily's TikTok Shop

    Emily's Substack: third martini thoughts

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    Emily's Captivation: B12 shots

    Hannah's Captivation: OUAI Super Dry Invisible Dry Shampoo in Melrose Place

    Shop CLEARSTEM and 15% off with the code GALSGUIDE at checkout

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    Welcome to The Gal’s Guide — a weekly dating and lifestyle podcast created to empower radical self-love and bold relationships. Join us, long-distance best friends Hannah Adams and Emily Aleece Burton, for amusing and vulnerable conversations with insightful guests as we cover topics like love and dating to your own self-love, healing, spirituality, and always remembering the importance of gal pals.

    Want to request a topic or work with us? Send us an email at hello@thegalsguidepod.com or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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    FOLLOW US!

    Instagram: @thegalsguidepod

    Secret Facebook Group: The Gal Scouts

    Emily: @emilyaleece

    Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller



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    1 hr and 6 mins