In this episode, we sit down with a postpartum specialist to unpack the emotional, physical, and mental realities of life after birth. From the unexpected symptoms no one warns you about to the societal pressure to "bounce back," we explore the common misconceptions that leave many new moms feeling isolated and overwhelmed. We also dive into the complicated transition of returning to work as a new parent — what that looks like, how to prepare, and why support systems are more important than ever. Whether you're a new mom, expecting, or supporting someone who is, this conversation sheds light on what postpartum recovery really looks like and how we can all show up with more compassion and knowledge.---

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Dr. Lilit's Captivation: White Lotus

Emily's Captivation: Ruby by JENNIE

Hannah's Captivation: What Was That by Lorde

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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.

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This week, we’re airing our grievances — starting with dry weddings (seriously, why would you do that to us?) and diving into all the other wedding mistakes we’re still gossiping about years later. We’re talking no plus-ones, bad buffet food, weekday ceremonies that ruin everyone's PTO, outrageous gift demands, and more. Whether you're planning a wedding, attending one, or just love a little chaotic storytime, we're breaking down exactly how not to throw the worst party of your life. Cheers — hopefully with an actual drink in hand! Plus — We're starting off with Emily's newest hated trend, Lorna Murray hats, and Hannah gets into the nitty gritty of her zombie apocalypse survival plan.

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Emily's Captivation: The Last of Us

Hannah's Captivation: UNICO 20°87° Hotel Riviera Maya

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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.

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Join us for a FLASHBACK EPISODE this week as we're joined by Kristine and Mary Grace of Locker, a social shopping platform built for utility but driven by content and community to chat all things around their stellar app, style trends, and how to build your dream wardrobe and hone in your own personal style.

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Kristine's Captivation: Adidas Sambas

Mary Grace's Captivation: Succession

Emily's Captivation: Roz Hair Mini Essentials Kit

Hannah's Captivation: Merit tinted lip oil

Captivation Recommendation: dae styling wand

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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.

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They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks—but we call BS on that. In this episode, we’re diving into the power of a growth mindset and how embracing lifelong learning can completely transform your personal and professional life. Whether you're pivoting careers, going back to school, picking up a new hobby, or simply trying to stay curious, this conversation is all about shaking off the fear of “being too late” and stepping into your next chapter with confidence. Age is just a number—but curiosity? That’s forever.

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Emily's Captivation: The Studio

Hannah's Captivation: Owning Manhattan

Captivation Recommendation: Get off TikTok & watch Succession

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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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Who doesn't love rom-coms? Probably the good-looking, wealthy men they've taught women not to pick. Whether it's The Notebook or Celine Song's upcoming A24 film The Materialists, women are often told to go after the down-trotted, underdog man who doesn't have much to give the girl except all of his love and admiration. Meanwhile, there is a charming, sexy, wealthy gentleman who is just as good for her left waiting in the wings. It's perfectly okay for women to choose the richer man, and that doesn't make her a golddigger! We're exploring this topic and more in today's episode. Enjoy!

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Emily's Captivation: Floyd Collins

Hannah's Captivation: eternal sunshine deluxe

Captivation Recommendation: Floyd Collins & The Last Five Years

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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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Hannah is sharing what her biggest lessons are in self-confidence, self-assurance, and her dream career as she gets deeper into her thirties. We also chat about Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco, as well as the Hailey Bieber drama.

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Emily's Captivation: White Lotus

Hannah's Captivation: Ritual Symbiotic & Essential For Women

Captivation Recommendation: Teleties Claw Clips

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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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For too long, women have been taught to measure their worth through their relationships with men—whether it’s dating, marriage, or just being ‘likable.’ In this episode, we’re flipping the script and talking about what it really means to decenter men in our lives. From prioritizing female friendships and personal growth to unlearning the societal pressure to seek male validation, we’re diving into the mindset shift that leads to more confidence, joy, and self-fulfillment. Because the main character of your life? Yeah, it’s you

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Emily's Captivation: Adolescence

Hannah's Captivation: I Said I Love You First by Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco

Captivation Recommendation: MAYHEM by Lady Gaga

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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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In this episode, we’re breaking down the myth that you need to have your entire life figured out by 30. Society loves to push the idea that success, love, and stability all have an expiration date, but the truth is—your life doesn’t magically stop when you hit this milestone.

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Emily's Captivation: Relationships by HAIM

Hannah's Captivation: Patterns (DELUXE) by Kelsea Ballerini

Captivation Recommendation: Red Lobster Cheddar Biscuits

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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