In the inaugural episode of the Barely Making It podcast, hosts Bri and Lys introduce themselves and share their friendship story. They delve into their personal experiences, discuss their emotional connections to music, particularly Ariana Grande's latest album, Eternal Sunshine, and explore the controversies surrounding the artist. The dialogue also touches on the impact of personal controversies on music releases and the emotional resonance of Grande's songs. In this conversation, the hosts explore the complexities of celebrity accountability, the impact of trauma on creativity, and the pervasive issue of comparison in the age of social media.