This week we're getting into something we've talked around for three seasons but never sat down to define: what does Call It...Girl Dinner actually mean to us? We cook (Cambodian egg rolls that needed Kemary's approval twice, stir-fried ramen from the Asian store, and Amanda’s first attempt at macarons), then get into the real conversation, what makes female friendships last, what quietly kills them, and whether we're really losing friendships to laziness or something deeper.

👀 What's one thing a friend has done that made you feel unwanted, or like a burden? Drop it in the comments.

Episode Highlights:

• Kemary's egg roll veto and the search for an "approved" recipe
• Amandas first-ever macarons (and the unexpected French colonization history lesson)
• What makes a female friendship last: vulnerability, grace, and intentionality over frequency
• The moment that kills a friendship for Lee: feeling like a burden instead of a wanted friendship
• Are we really losing friendships to laziness, or is it mental health and burnout?

Let us know: do you think it's laziness killing modern friendships, or are we all just quietly overwhelmed? Let's talk about it in the comments.

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Chapters:

00:12 Welcome to Call It...Girl Dinner

00:47 This Week's Menu: Cambodian Egg Rolls, Stir-Fried Ramen & Pistachio Macarons

10:52 What Does Call It...Girl Dinner Really Mean?

11:46 Why Women Need Female Friendships

14:35 The Importance of Intentional Friendship

17:54 How Friendship Creates Community and Connection

18:23 How Friendship Can Help Us Heal and Grow

21:49 What We’ve Learned From Each Other

23:47 Creativity, Cooking and Finding Your Flow State

30:06 How Girl Dinner Creates Intimacy

32:46 Is Girl Dinner About Food or Friendship?

35:29 What Does a Healthy Female Friendship Look Like?

37:04 What Makes a Female Friendship Last?

54:45 What Kills a Female Friendship?

55:15 Jealousy, Insecurity and Toxic Friendships

01:01:56 Authenticity, Effort and Feeling Valued in Friendship

01:09:56 Are We Losing Friendships to Convenience and Laziness?

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Dinner is served… and so are the dilemmas. This week on Call It Girl Dinner, we’re digging into braised beef and cinnamon rolls while debating the situations that make you go, “Okay… but what would YOU do?”Would you regift something you don’t want? Is copying your friend flattering, or does it eventually get a little creepy? And what if your boyfriend says he can’t afford a vacation with you… then turns around and buys himself a gaming PC? 😭We’re sharing our takes, disagreeing where necessary, and probably judging just a little bit.Grab your dinner and join the conversation — then tell us in the comments: Which dilemma had you picking a side immediately?AND let us know of your dilemmas that you want us to discuss. Enjoy!

It's a bestie check-in this week, just Lee and Amanda (Kemary's resting up, no longer sounding like she's "been smoking for 50 years" 😂). We cook (an ode to Amanda's coconut rice + a chocolate hazelnut mousse that almost didn't make it), then dive deep into main character energy, the internet's impact on how we see our own lives, de-influencing, small business gatekeeping, and Lee's recent autoimmune disease update.

We also get into comparison culture, the pressure to always be "busy," and why we're both trying to slow down and actually romanticize our lives instead of rushing through them.

👀 Do you think you have main character energy, or main character syndrome? Be honest. Drop it in the comments.

Episode Highlights:

Episode Highlights:

• Amanda's coconut rice redemption arc and a very honest chocolate hazelnut mousse review
• What main character syndrome actually means (we looked it up)
• De-influencing, haul culture, and the "brick" that's been saving Amanda’s sanity
• Small business gatekeeping and the reality of running a stationery business
• Lee's rheumatoid arthritis update and navigating comparison with her own past self
• Why we're both trying to slow down and romanticize our lives instead of rushing through them

Let us know: is social media making us all secretly a little more "main character," or are we just more aware of it now? Let's talk about it in the comments.

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Chapters:

00:12 Bestie Check-In: Cooking Adventures

03:23 Culinary Growth (and a Wild Tangent)

06:24 The Art of Dessert: Crafting Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse

08:04 We're Not Bakers, We Just Like the Vibe

10:02 Are We All Main Characters?

18:52 Asian Clean vs. Puerto Rican Clean

25:18 De-influencing and Consumer Culture

31:05 Gatekeeping in Small Business & Comparing Your Craft

37:01 Pricing a Stationery Business

39:18 Giving Yourself Grace as a New Business Owner

41:35 Building a Stationery Business Beyond Weddings

43:47 Living with Autoimmune Disease

48:53 Wellness Juice, Digital Detox, and Falling Out of Love with My Life

53:13 What It Means to Romanticize Your Life

58:16 The Pressure of Busyness and Productivity

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In this episode, we break down the history of fairy magic—how fairies could be both beautiful and sinister—and explore why society’s fascination with the supernatural persists. Whether you're a folklore fanatic, a lover of mythology, or simply craving a delightful escape into the fantastical, this episode offers a perfect blend of education, entertainment, and enchantment. Plus, get a sneak peek into upcoming themes like aliens, cryptids, and more, promising a year of whimsical adventures. All while celebrating Lee's birthday!

Timestamps:

00:00 - Welcome and introduction to the fairy-themed celebration

00:29 - Introducing the hosts and their fairy personas

01:55 - Descriptions of the fairy decor and birthday festivities

02:24 - Delicious food details: arroz mamposteao, pollo en salsa de coco, Colombian arepas, and tembleque dessert

04:23 - First bites and tasting reactions

06:22 - Reflection on Lee’s business ambitions and goals for the year

07:48 - The story behind the fairy-themed party planning and celebrations

10:06 - Childhood whimsy, adult self-care, and societal perceptions of magic and joy

16:11 - Disney bounds, fairy magic, and losing childlike wonder

18:10 - Religious perspectives on whimsy, magic, and adult life

20:54 - Embracing life, fun, and the magic surrounding fairy and mythical lore

22:17 - Sharing childhood fascination with cryptids, mythology, and folklore podcasts

25:25 - Truth or Fae Deception

37:47 - Exploring fairy etiquette: “The danger of thank you” and the foxglove myth

39:33 - The true origins of fairy lore and the cultural significance behind fairy names

40:32 - Personal reflections: fairy lore’s darker side and the fascination with supernatural stories

41:29 - Planning themed parties: alien worlds, UFOs, and the power of imagination

42:25 - The beauty of mythology, folklore, and our need to escape reality

45:20 - Wrapping up with gratitude, social shoutouts, and teaser for next episodes

45:48 - Closing remarks: follow, share, and celebrate magic in everyday life

Resources & Links:

Lore Podcast – Deep dives into myth, folklore, and supernatural lore.

Canva – Design templates, party ideas, and creative tools used for decoration and game materials.

Estoria – Luxury stationery design house, perfect for personalized invitations. IG:estoriastudio_ TikTok/YT: ​⁠

Disney Bound – Style inspiration for adult Disney-inspired fashion.

Girl Dinner on Instagram – Follow their whimsical feast and party ideas.

Bridgerton TV Series – Inspiration for fairy-tale themed elegance.

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What can a conversation about hobbies reveal about the culture we're living in — and why now more than ever, adults are reclaiming their joy through creative outlets?In this playful, candid episode of Call It Girl Dinner, we explore the surprising resurgence of hobbies among adults. From bird watching at sunrise to reviving their passion for photography, they discuss how these activities serve as a much-needed escape from the chaos of modern life and the constant bombardment of bad news.You'll discover how a simple coloring book or a bit of junk journaling can reignite your creativity and bring genuine happiness. The hosts share hilarious stories about crafting, organizing craft rooms, and trying new hobbies like boudoir photography—and how these pursuits help us reconnect with our inner child. They break down the cultural psyche behind the adult creative renaissance, revealing why more people are turning away from monotony and seeking joy in nostalgic or meaningful activities.This episode also dives into deeper questions: why are we so overwhelmed by the constant stream of political news? What does disengagement say about mental health and society? And how can supporting artists and creators without feeling compelled to voice opinions all the time be both liberating and empowering? The hosts chat frankly about how embracing hobbies can be a form of resistance and self-care, especially in a world that feels increasingly chaotic.Perfect for anyone craving a little more joy, creativity, and authenticity in their life—or for those tired of the noise—this conversation invites you to rethink how you spend your free time. Get inspired to pick up that camera, plant, or journal, and rediscover what it feels like to truly enjoy the process of creation.Whether you're a seasoned hobbyist or just curious about starting, this conversation reminds us that joy is within reach—sometimes, all it takes is a little paint and a lot of imagination.Join us and see why this cultural shift toward hobbies is shaping a more joyful, balanced life for adults everywhere. Because in a world that constantly demands more, the answer might just be to do less and create more.Chapters: 0:00 — Introduction and Name Change1:30 — The Resurgence of Adult Hobbies6:46 — Exploring New Hobbies and Creative Outlets10:19 — The Adult Creative Renaissance14:12 — The Role of Celebrities in Social Issues16:23 — Forming Personal Opinions in a Social Media World19:03 — The Impact of Social Media on Hobbies21:33 — Creativity and the Role of AI24:28 — The Importance of Engaging in Hobbies27:15 — Exploring New Creative Outlets30:01 — The Joy of DIY and Crafting33:52 — The Journey of Self-Discovery through Hobbies________________________More ways to listen:https://bio.site/callitgirldinner^^Links to Spotify & Apple Podcast as well as our socials***#CallItGirlDinner #podcast #podcastlife #girltalk #realtalk #FriendshipPodcast #womensupportingwomen #hobbies #crafts #dollhouses #renaissance #creativity #millenialpodcast

We're Back (And So Is the Chaos)

We're back! It's been over a year since we sat around the table together, and honestly? A lot has happened. In this reunion episode, we're catching up on everything: weddings, new puppies, career changes, health scares, and the moments that looked picture-perfect online but were actually holding us together behind the scenes. We cook, we eat, we laugh, and we get real about what the last 14 months actually looked like.

Join us as we talk through hospital stays, a surprise diagnosis, a wedding to a man met on a dating app, new businesses, new relationships, and the honest answer to a question that hit harder than we expected: what looked amazing from the outside, but was actually so much harder than people realize? Whether it's the pressure of running a business, the quiet grief of a job that wasn't working, or just the exhaustion behind a "perfect" life online… this one gets real.

👀 What's something in your life that looks amazing from the outside, but nobody knows how hard it actually is? Drop it in the comments.

Episode Highlights:

• Life updates: weddings, new puppies, a career pivot, and a whole lot of doctor's visits
• The truth behind running a stationery business while managing a new autoimmune diagnosis
• A "cute" heart attack, a scary night with vertigo, and living to tell both stories
• Finding love (and each other) through a dating app built on personality science
• The real reason a "dream job" led to a breaking point — and the guilt that came with leaving
• What we're each hoping for by our next reunion — including a very serious Shettles Method deep-dive

Let us know: do you think social media hides more than it shows, or are we all just better at making hard things look cute? Let's talk about it in the comments.

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Chapters:

00:12 Introduction and Setting the Scene

03:28 Amanda's Huge Milestone Moments!

05:11 Lee's Big Move, Business Launch, and Autoimmune Diagnosis

12:49 Kemmy and Her 9 Lives

23:44 Let's Get to the Good Part!! Foooood!!

26:24 The Cookie Was Worth the Fight

27:37 What are our headlines for the past 14 months?

29:45 Love Stories and Online Dating

34:04 The Boo Dating App - MBTI

37:33 How introverted are you?

42:24 I survived the puppy blues

47:57 What looks amazing from the outside?

48:29 Looked Amazing From the Outside: The Body Behind the Business

52:12 Looked Amazing From the Outside: Struggling But Make It Cute

59:13 Looked Amazing From the Outside: Educational Gaslighting

01:08:44 Reunion Goals

01:09:49 Finding Our Tribe, Drag Queens, Good Credit, and Future Babies

01:15:09 Manifesting a Girl

01:18:50 iPad Broken, We're Done

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From the classic archetypes of Disney princesses and villains to the modern titans of superhero cinema, we're unpacking the character dynamics that define our favorite stories. We analyze the motivations, flaws, and strengths of iconic figures, asking: Who are we drawn to, and why? We also tackle the age-old question: Batman or Iron Man?

n this episode, the ladies engage in a food challenge where they create meals using whatever ingredients they have at home. The conversation flows into discussions about self-care, emotional well-being, and the impact of the political climate on mental health. They share their personal experiences with anxiety, coping strategies, and the importance of creativity in grounding themselves. The episode culminates in a reflection on intentional self-care practices and the significance of being present in the moment.

Internet’s Wild Ride

In this episode, we’re diving into the power of trends—how they shape our lives, our social feeds, and even our identities. From hilarious social media fads to nostalgic throwbacks we wish would make a comeback, we're breaking down the trends that have us hooked, the ones that make us cringe, and the psychology behind why we follow them in the first place.

Join us as we debate the fine line between self-expression and bandwagon culture, reminisce about fashion regrets (hello, layering phase!), and spill the trends we secretly love (or hate). Whether it’s viral TikTok challenges, food aesthetics, or the return of 90s nostalgia, this conversation is a mix of humor, self-reflection, and pop culture chaos.

👀 What’s a trend you secretly love? What’s one you regret? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

Episode Highlights:

• The comfort of lighthearted content & why animal videos are taking over social feeds
• Home decor, whimsical food, & the resurgence of DIY creativity
• The LulaRoe craze & how trends tap into a need for belonging
• Fashion fails: layering, monogram bags & questionable Y2K outfits
• The psychology of trends: are we following for fun or just trying to fit in?
• Why social media makes us feel like we need to “keep up”

Let us know your thoughts: Do trends bring people together, or are they just a fleeting moment? Let’s discuss in the comments

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Context Setting

01:14 Current Trends and Social Media Feeds

04:19 Animal Trends and Comforting Content

06:31 Real Estate and Home Decor Trends

08:32 Educational TikTok Trends

12:34 Home Redecorating and Whimsical Food Trends

14:23 Creative Marketing Trends

17:06 Nostalgic Trends and Comebacks

25:27 Nostalgic Trends and Embarrassing Moments

28:55 The LulaRoe Craze and Its Impact

35:59 Layering Fashion: A Trendy Regret

38:09 Trends: Following vs. Belonging

45:55 Engaging with Our Audience: Trends and Identity

Happy Birthday, Amanda! This week's episode is a birthday bash gone slightly chaotic (think: fire and avery interesting cake). We celebrated with a hilarious round of 2 Truths and a Lie, plus a birthday-themed Would You Rather that'll have you questioning your own party preferences. Tune in for the laughs!