The Gal's Guide

In this week’s episode, the “Eldest Daughters” are back and buzzing about Taylor Swift’s brand-new era, The Life of a Showgirl. We unpack the lyrics, the lore, and all the glitter in between—plus, Emily spills on her chaotic (and slightly unhinged) adventures in Spain + Ibiza!

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Emily's Substack: third martini thoughts

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Emily and Hannah's Captivation: The Life of a Showgirl by Taylor Swift

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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 [email protected] or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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Secret Facebook Group: The Gal Scouts

Emily: @emilyaleece

Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller

In this episode, we dive into the character of Conrad Fisher from The Summer I Turned Pretty and why he’s become the internet’s ultimate Gen Z heartthrob. More than just a brooding love interest, Conrad embodies something we don’t often see in men today: patience, devotion, and the courage to be vulnerable. We’ll talk about how his unwavering love for Belly brought yearning back into the cultural conversation, why so many women are obsessed with him, and what his character reveals about modern dating, where ghosting and “situationships” have replaced risk and romance.

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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: Slip Jet Setter Travel Pillow

Hannah's Captivation: Frost Buddy To-Go Buddy

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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 [email protected] or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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Secret Facebook Group: The Gal Scouts

Emily: @emilyaleece

Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller

This week, we sit down with Dr. Molly Burrets, a USC professor and psychologist who specializes in marriage and divorce, to unpack the emotional work it takes to build a lasting partnership—and what happens when a relationship comes to an end. From the often-overlooked effort required to sustain intimacy to the subtle red flags that signal a marriage may not be sustainable, Dr. Burrets sheds light on the psychology of both commitment and separation. We also explore what the process of divorce looks like beyond the legalities, including the grief, identity shifts, and eventual healing that come with starting over.

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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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Dr. Molly's Captivation: All the Way to the River: Love, Loss, and Liberation by Elizabeth Gilbert

Emily's Captivation: Conrad Fisher

Hannah's Captivation: The Pitt

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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 [email protected] or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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Secret Facebook Group: The Gal Scouts

Emily: @emilyaleece

Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller

This week, we’re diving into The Cut’s article on the rise of the “forever-35 face” and the trend of undetectable facelifts. We break down the difference between SMAS and deep-plane techniques, why more women are turning to surgery earlier, and how treatments like CO₂ lasers, Morpheus8, and other non-surgical options are reshaping what it means to “age well.” From fillers falling out of favor to the influence of Ozempic and celebrity culture, we’re asking: is this new era of beauty empowerment, or just another impossible standard wrapped in a softer package?

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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: The Gilded Age

Hannah's Captivation: Lesser Evil Pumpkin Spice Popcorn

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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 [email protected] or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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FOLLOW US!

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Secret Facebook Group: The Gal Scouts

Emily: @emilyaleece

Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller

This week on The Gal’s Guide, we’re diving into “The Great Lock In” — TikTok’s latest trend encouraging us to use September through December as our most productive season. Think of it as a reset before the holidays: the time to lock in on your goals, stay consistent with your routines, and finally cross those short-term goals off your list. Whether it’s getting in shape, saving money, or just proving to yourself that you can commit, we’re talking about how to maximize this season of discipline while still leaving room for fun. We also talk about Kendra and Netflix's newest documentary, Unknown Number!

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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: Unknown Number: The High School Catfish

Hannah's Captivation: Man's Best Friend by Sabrina Carpenter

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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 [email protected] 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

This week on The Gal’s Guide, we’re back with another pop culture breakdown. From Taylor Swift’s engagement to Travis Kelce, to swooning (and crying) over The Summer I Turned Pretty, we’re covering it all. We’re also gearing up for Ariana Grande’s newly announced tour and unpacking Sabrina Carpenter’s latest album Man’s Best Friend. If you need a guide through the week’s biggest headlines in music, TV, and pop culture, we’ve got you covered!

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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: Nick's protein bars

Hannah's Captivation: Benson Boone's cover of When We Were Young by Adele

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 [email protected] or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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Secret Facebook Group: The Gal Scouts

Emily: @emilyaleece

Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller

In this week’s episode, we declare that we’re officially entering our selfish era. We’re talking about why we’re not rushing into kids until we’ve lived the lives we want first, and why settling for just any man isn’t on the table when we genuinely enjoy our own company. From icons like Tracee Ellis Ross and Jennifer Aniston—women who are thriving, hot, and unbothered at 50—we’re breaking down how marriage and children aren’t the sole markers of a fulfilling life. Instead, we’re embracing independence, freedom, and the idea that putting yourself first is not selfish—it’s powerful.

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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: Gwyneth, The Biography by Amy Odell - Listen on Audible

Hannah's Captivation: Haley Joelle

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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 [email protected] or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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Secret Facebook Group: The Gal Scouts

Emily: @emilyaleece

Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller

This week we’re deep-diving into all things pop culture—starting with Taylor Swift’s brand-new album 'The Life of a Showgirl' and everything it means for her next era. Then we’re hitting the millennial nostalgia button hard, reminiscing about the Hannah Montana tour, the Jonas Brothers phenomenon, and the way film reboots keep circling back into our lives. It’s a mix of fangirl energy, cultural commentary, and a whole lot of throwback fun.

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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: John Summit

Hannah's Captivation: Ilia Multi-Stick Cream Blush in shade At Last

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 [email protected] or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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FOLLOW US!

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Secret Facebook Group: The Gal Scouts

Emily: @emilyaleece

Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller

In this episode, we’re saying goodbye to summer the right way—by reminiscing about the magic (and chaos) of childhood camp days, swapping our funniest and scariest summer horror stories, and declaring once and for all why “Euro summer” is officially over. We’re also daydreaming about the perfect girls’ getaway, spilling the details on Emily’s wild 32nd birthday, and catching up on Hannah’s family vacation. Think of it as one last sun-soaked send-off before we dive into fall. We're also sharing our thoughts on Kendra & The Psychiatrist that's taking over TikTok!

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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: Gilmore Girls

Hannah's Captivation: Chobani Pumpkin Spice Creamer

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 [email protected] or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com

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FOLLOW US!

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Secret Facebook Group: The Gal Scouts

Emily: @emilyaleece

Hannah: @hannahadamsmiller

This episode is a re-release of one of our favorite interviews from 2023, featuring luxury wedding planner Desirée Adams. Desirée shares her secrets to creating unforgettable wedding days that actually feel like you. We talk about current trends, timeless tips, the real reason you might need a planner (even for a small wedding), and how to avoid common mistakes couples make while planning their big day.

Our summer break ends next week and we will be back next week with brand new episodes!

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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: The Summer I Turned Pretty

Hannah's Captivation: permanent jewelry

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 [email protected] 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