Actor Marissa Madsen announced that she was a cool, mysterious, IDGAF adult in college by getting an emo-chic haircut, despite its impact on her aerodynamics while running varsity cross-country. Elke and Marissa discuss how her dramatic hair change did more than just win the disapproval of her mom--it helped her move to her real heart's desire, acting. They also chat cats in birthday hats, because of course.

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Marissa Madsen is an actor and sketch comedian. She can be seen in the mockumentary short "Hazel and Louis: Animal Agents," in commercials, and in her comedy sketches on social media.

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BANGING IT OUT CREDITS
Created and Produced by Elke Thoms
Music by Chloe Grace Kinnon and Austin Luther
Art by Nat Jean
Art Photography by Stephanie Girard