h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast

h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast

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h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast episodes

  • 8. Our Six-Monthiversary: Jordan Baker, Taylor/Kimye, The Push-up Challenge, & more!

    This week, the girls reflect on the 6 month anniversary of h.e.r.LIFE! 

    Rachel, Emma, & Hannah start off with h.e.r. reflections.  Then, (13:16) they get into the most binge-worthy content of corona season - All American, Miss Americana, Shahs of Sunset, and much, much more!  At the heart of the episode, the ladies revisit blog posts from h.e.r.LIFE's past (39:00).  Each of the girls reflects of her personal growth over the last 6 months (and how good friends make all the good memories that much sweeter!).  They round out the episode with a round of everyone's favorite: Xs & Os (01:00:35).  

    Thank you for listening! Stay safe and healthy! xoxo 

    1 hr 8 min
  • 7. Coping with Quarantine

    Rachel's on a mission to uncover the silver lining of the COVID-19 quarantine.  She talks to dear friends about positive reflections to be made during this unexpected downtime. 

    h.e.r.LIFE's own Emma Spodi starts us off (03:31), followed by Hannah Logerfo (10:13).  

    Next up, Devin D'Agostino makes his blogcast debut (15:53). 

    Kay Kurkierewicz (finally!) returns to h.e.r.LIFE with a beautiful reflection (17:35). 

    After that, Allie Giordano hits the mic, talking about the importance of soaking it all in (20:35). 

    Everyone's favorite kiwi, Abigail Pratt, shares some insight as well (25:29). 

    Next, Laurel Dillon gives a little Fordham love (27:11). 

    We wrap up with another H.E.R.K. installment with Kevin Verga (28:57). 

    Thank you so much for listening.  I hope this brings a little joy into an otherwise strange and unsettling time.  Until next time...xoxo! 

    34 min
  • 6. Authenticity in a Hyper-Specific Spotify Playlist (feat. Kevin Verga)

    Kevin Verga -- former Fordham University RA and current 90.7 WFUV employee -- joins Rachel on the couch for a quick little existential crisis.  

    Rachel & Kevin start out with intros and h.e.r. reflections of the week.  At 08:42, Rachel tells a real-life story a la Modern Love about a Bumble match of semesters past and the random Brooklyn meet cute.  

    At 16:02, Rachel gets Kevin's take on the coronavirus panic that's sweeping the nation.  Are we worried?  Is it all just hype?  

    Finally, at 18:17, Rachel and Kevin dive into the intersections of music (fandom and performing) and authenticity.  

    At 24:12, Kevin describes a moment of intense authenticity, and he and Rachel discuss what it means to be 100% yourself, even when/if you're performing.  

    By 26:23, they get into performer/comedian, Bo Burnham and his take on the day-to-day performances we're all always putting on.  

    Rachel and Kevin also represent opposite ends of the social media spectrum, which they discuss here (27:47). 

    34:16 brings conversation about the job market - what does it mean to present your authentic self to an employer?  And how does that change (if at all) once you're in the daily grind of the professional world?  

    Rachel and Kevin end with their respective game plans for authenticity going forward.  Go out there and live for YOU! 

    As always, thanks for listening! 


    Jadeworm's "Another Thing" 

    LaMa's "Views of an Ex" Podcast 

    43 min
  • 5. Sex, Drugs & Church Songs (feat. Gianna Castellano)

    Gianna Castellano joins Rachel on the couch to discuss the role of religion in college life.  

    The ladies start off the episode with some introductions and our h.e.r. reflections (happy, excited, realization).  

    Then at minute 14, they dive into Fordham campus culture.  
    At 19:15, Rachel introduces a brand new segment: Xs & Os (Church Boy Edition).  
    Minute 25 kicks off some Ash Wednesday anecdotes from the ladies (St. Patrick's Cathedral, puking at mass, etc.).
    At minute 30, they chat about the Catholic comfort zone (and whether or not it's limiting to the coming-of-age experience).  
    By 33:09, the ladies discuss the dichotomies of weekend campus culture: partying & praying beside the same people every weekend.
    33:10 brings the long-awaited hookup culture discussion: how sex and relationships can be/are filtered through a religious lens.
    At minute 43, the girls dive into their NYC environment and the liberal bias of certain academic programs, particularly for our demographic.
    Finally, before wrapping up, Rach & G recite some prayers (totally unplanned) and discuss Christian selflessness versus college-life self-care (45:50). 

    As always, thanks for listening to the Blogcast! 

    53 min
  • 4. 2K: New Bae?

    In this episode, Rachel's Sporty Girl Chronicles continue with the 2nd annual NBA 2K draft event in Manhattan.  Hear all about Rachel's celebrity flirtations and career revelations.  xoxo

    25 min
  • 3. Cheetah Puffer Professional

    Rachel gives the run down on her experience at an advanced press screening of the new Ben Affleck sports drama, "The Way Back."  The screening was followed by a mental health panel discussion and Q&A with Dwight Gooden and Prim Siripipat. 

    26 min
  • 2. "Herbert, She Lied!" | Online Dating (feat. Kay Kurkierewicz)

    Kay Kurkierewicz joins Rachel to discuss all things online dating!

    At minute 8, the ladies discuss Tinder's new safety feature.

    Then, we share our tips and tricks for profiles - what photos, bio, etc. to use!
    At minute 17, Kay tells the story of her first Bumble date, followed by a true Tinder horror story at minute 25.
    Then, are all boys the same? Kay and Rach discuss the similarities in guys profiles at minute 49.
    At 1 hour, we discuss snap vs. text after tinder.
    And finally, we wrap up talking about the algorithms of hottness at play.

    1 hr 16 min
  • 1. "Colin, if you're listening..." | Below Deck Med Rundown

    In episode 1, Hannah and Rachel discuss all things Below Deck Med (Season 4). If you're passionate about Travis's nose ring or Jack's sick flow, this is the episode for you! -- and if you're unfamiliar, let us acquaint you! At the very least, you'll hear the best insult ever uttered on Bravo TV.

    The girls finish with BAB of the week: Captain Sandy Yawn.

    49 min

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