Good Bodies
547 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★ - 3.9K ratingsWelcome to Good Bodies, a “wellness” entertainment podcast where all bodies are good bodies. If you’re still reeling from the toxic diet culture of the early 2000s (justice for Jessica Simpson) and constantly quoting your therapist, then Emily Lubin and Lauren Hope Krass are here to help you laugh (so you don’t cry). Diets can’t sit with us anymore but there’s a place at the table for body neutrality, body positivity, intuitive eating, and hot takes about which non-dairy creamer pairs best with our sharp cheddar cheese omelettes. For more Good Bodies content and the most relatable shit on the internet, follow us on Instagram at @everythingsfine.
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Episodes
Weighing Yourself, Vacation Anxiety, & Why You Shouldn’t Be Jealous Of Your Friends
August 19, 2021 04:00 - 27 minutesSami and Aleen start this Dear DST with some Non Scale Wins of their own, including one about being productive before vacation arrives, and another about the DST-Peloton Community Ride. They read a listener NSW about having to weigh herself for the first time in a while, and instead of getting upset that the number on the scale was higher than she thought it would be, she focused on how happy she currently feels in other areas of her life. Lastly, they read a Dear DST about how to deal with f...
How To Deal With Hair Loss & Acne Ft. Mamina Turegano
August 15, 2021 04:00 - 1 hourSami and Aleen are joined by triple-boarded dermatologist, internist, and dermatopathologist, Mamina Turegano a.k.a. Dr. Mamina on Insta and TikTok. They discuss how to deal with hair loss, acne, and what skincare products actually work. They also talk about why it’s so important to mange your stress levels, wellness techniques Dr. Mamina has learned from her Mother, and why it’s sometimes okay to do facial extractions. They discuss different ways to promote circulation, the powers of gua sha...
Sami & Aleen Moved, Body Image Issues, & Deciding To See A Dietician
August 12, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutesSami and Aleen start off by sharing some exciting news: they’ve both officially moved into their new homes! Sami shares her Non-Scale Win about leaving her new apartment more than usual, and Aleen shares that she’s finally settled into her new home. Next, they read a Listener NSW about struggling for awhile with dieting and finally deciding to see a dietitian. Lastly, they read a Dear DST about how to tell your friend that you’ve been struggling with your body image and you’re concerned about...
How To Change Your Life For The Better In Your 30s Ft. Alexa Lanzillotti
August 07, 2021 22:00 - 53 minutesSami and Aleen are joined by their BFF, Alexa Lanzillotti, to discuss what it’s like being in your 30s and wanting to make some serious life changes. They start off with a conversation about re-evaluating your relationship with alcohol, starting to see a therapist, and confronting your anger. Then, they discuss getting into disagreements with your boss, learning how to be more compassionate, and why you shouldn’t hold back your emotions. They also talk about going out sober for the first time...
Why People Can Sense When You Feel Shitty About Yourself
August 05, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutesSami and Aleen start things off with a listener NSW all about recognizing something doesn’t make you happy anymore like reading a toxic magazine and, therefore, deciding not to engage with it. Next, Sami shares a NSW of her own about planning a trip for August and how she’s not engaging in pre-vacation toxic behaviors, such as wanting to excessively work out before the trip to look good in photos. Then, Aleen shares a NSW about how she’s been respecting her body in its last stages of pregnanc...
Why It’s Okay To Not Love Your Body 24/7 Ft. Jessamyn Stanley
August 01, 2021 04:00 - 49 minutesSami and Aleen are joined this week by author, advocate, and yoga instructor, Jessamyn Stanley, who is back on DST to talk about how to consciously accept your body. They discuss what it was like growing up in the South as a black woman, developing her own own wellness company, and her new book Yoke. Next, they unpack what the title “Yoke” actually means, how to handle imposter syndrome and internalized fat phobia, and what yoga has taught her about herself. Then, they discuss what to do if y...
How To Recognize Toxic Body Thoughts
July 29, 2021 04:00 - 28 minutesSami and Aleen start things off with some Non Scale Wins, including one from Sami about her trip to LA, and another from Aleen about taking a moment to appreciate her pregnant body. Next, they read a listener NSW all about seeing someone in a workout class wearing a restricting corset and recognizing just how toxic that really must be. Finally, they read a Dear DST about returning to the office but still having a partner who works from home, and feeling jealous that he has time during the day...
What Having A Disability Taught Me About Body Neutrality Ft. Kelsey Lindell
July 25, 2021 04:00 - 49 minutesSami and Aleen are joined this week by fitness influencer and Well+Good’s first ever disabled trainer of the month, Kelsey Lindell. They discuss being born with a disability, going from skipping gym class to becoming a fitness instructor, and being raised in a conservative environment. They talk about how ableism and capitalism are connected, protecting people’s rights, and why the term body neutrality is more powerful than body positivity. Plus, they cover some of the recent controversy taki...
Should You Throw Out Your Clothes That Don’t Fit?
July 22, 2021 04:00 - 20 minutesOn this Thursday’s episode, Sami and Aleen start off with some Non-Scale Wins of their own. Sami shares that she begun the process of freezing her eggs, and Aleen shares that she successfully made it through her first Soul Cycle class since being pregnant. Next, they read a listener NSW about going through her first pregnancy with twins while her husband is deployed, but looking on the bright side and taking this time to prepare for this exciting transition. Finally, they read a Dear DST abou...
How The F Do I Finally Grow Up? Ft. Tara Schuster
July 18, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutesOn this week’s episode, Sami and Aleen sit down with former Comedy Central executive and author of Buy Yourself The F*cking Lillies, Tara Schuster. They discuss how to turn your life around, the importance of creating a morning routine, and how to actually reparent yourself. Next, Tara shares some of her favorite rituals, how journaling can change your life, and why you shouldn’t feel like it’s indulgent to prioritize self-care. Finally, they discuss delighting in the little mundane moments, ...
Why You Should Seriously Throw Out Your Scale
July 15, 2021 04:00 - 27 minutesOn this Thursday’s episode, Sami and Aleen share updates on their life: Sami has an upcoming trip to LA and Aleen has an upcoming trip to the hospital to have her baby. Then, they read a Listener Non-Scale Win about finally working up the confidence to take photos in a bathing suit and afterwards not being too judgmental about the pics. Sami shares she met new people for the first time since being in her bigger body and she didn’t let herself get too in her head about the interaction. Then, A...
Why Weight Loss Devices Will Never Solve Your Problems
July 11, 2021 04:00 - 41 minutesThis week, Sami and Aleen unpack what the F is up with the DentalSlim Diet Control Device. They start off by laying out all of the details: where the device was invented, the studies researchers have conducted on it, and why they say they created it. Next, Sami and Aleen discuss the emotional triggers behind a medieval weight loss device like this being created in 2021 and how they think diet-culture has been affected by this. Lastly, they answer some listener DMS, discuss weight loss surgeri...
Should I Stop Tanning Even Though It Makes Me Feel More Confident?
July 08, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutesOn this Thursday’s episode, Sami and Aleen start off with some non-scale wins of their own. Sami shares, she was craving a Mr. Softy, which she usually loves, but this time she got one and realized she actually wasn’t really enjoying it and she didn’t force herself to eat it. Then Aleen, shares her NSW about not giving a shit about her insecurities and wearing a bathing suit in public in her pregnant body and taking pictures that she did not allow herself to Facetune. Then, they read a listen...
Why Are We So Obsessed With Aging?
July 04, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutesOn this week’s episode Sami and Aleen, start off by sharing their July 4th plans as well as why Sami is currently stuck in Lake Tahoe at Jordana’s Bachelorette Party. Then, they get into this week’s topic, which is aging. They discuss their thoughts on botox, fillers, and anti-gaining measures as well as the double standard that exists for women when it comes to aging. They also share the older celebs they look up to, the hardcore body standards for older celebes, and their thoughts on plasti...
Ignoring Body Comments, Snacking After Dinner, And Meal Prep Wins
July 01, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutesThis Thursday’s episode, brought to you by Heineken 0.0, is filled with a handful of Non-Scale Wins. Aleen Starts off by sharing how someone commented on her changing face and in the past that would have affected her, but this time she took a moment to process the comment and didn’t let it get to her. Sami shares two wins: She was a bit worried about going on Jordana’s bachelorette party in her new body, but she didn’t let those thoughts takeover her trip. Secondly, Sami shares how some food ...
How The F Do We Function With Social Anxiety?
June 27, 2021 04:00 - 56 minutesThis week, Sami and Aleen talk about social anxiety. They discuss how to be authentically yourself with social anxiety, the difference between being an introvert and extrovert, and how to stop overthinking every social interaction. Then, they discuss strategies to combat social anxiety, what to do if you’re at a party and you feel like you have nothing to talk to someone about, and exposure therapy. They also unpack how to deal with body anxiety as well as anxiety about taking pictures, and h...
What To Do If You Gained Weight & Your Clothes Don’t Fit
June 24, 2021 04:00 - 38 minutesOn this Thursday’s episode, Sami and Aleen start off by sharing a Listener Non-Scale Win: a woman writes in that she was feeling anxious because she felt like she hadn’t accomplished enough before turning 30, but then she realized that was only according to what society has told her, so she created her own list of all the things she’s actually already proudly accomplished. Then, Sami shares a NSW of her own: she was a bit annoyed at her husband and instead of keeping her frustrated thoughts t...
Do You Worry Your Partner Will Reject You Because Of Your Appearance? Ft. Jordana Abraham
June 20, 2021 04:00 - 57 minutesThis week, Sami and Aleen have on a very special guest, the third Betch if you will, Jordana Abraham. They discuss dating anxiety, gaining weight while being in a new relationship, and wanting a man to compliment your body. Next, they unpack how to be vulnerable, talk to your partner about your insecurities, and how to deal with the fear that a romantic partner might reject you because of your body. Lastly, they discuss why might you intuitively date like you might intuitively eat, how to fin...
How To Deal With Days Where You Don’t Feel Up To Loving Yourself
June 17, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutesOn this week’s Thursday episode, Sami starts off with a non-scale win about genuinely loving her Peloton. Then, Aleen shares her NSW: after having a terrible body image day, that was triggered by seeing a picture of herself, she took the small steps necessary to get out of bed and turn around her mood. Next, they read a listener non-scale win about realizing they were making themselves wait to eat because they felt like they needed to earn their food and then realizing how ridiculous that beh...
Is It Normal To Lose Friends As We Get Older?
June 13, 2021 04:00 - 53 minutesThis week, Sami and Aleen discuss friendship. They start by unpacking what it’s like for them to be both BFFs as well as business partners for over a decade. Then, they explore how friendships change over time, how being in different life stages effects your friendships, and what it means to truly be friends for life. They discuss how to make friends as an adult, knowing when to let go of a surface level friend, and what’s the best way to end a friendship. Next, they explore how to make frien...
How Do I Know If I Should Drink Less Alcohol Ft. Holly Whitaker
June 10, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutesOn this Thursday’s episode, Sami and Aleen are joined by author of the book “Quit Like A Woman” and founder of Tempest, an organization that helps individuals live an alcohol free life, Holly Whitaker. They begin by discussing what it’s like to start drinking at a young age and then decide to quit alcohol in your 30s. Next, they explore what it’s like to use alcohol to fit in, find romantic connections, and what it means to have a comfortable relationship with alcohol. Holly shares her path t...
Is Smoking Weed Often Self-Care Or Toxic Behavior?
June 06, 2021 04:00 - 49 minutesThis week, Sami and Aleen unpack their relationship with weed. Sami discusses starting to smoke more during the pandemic, realizing she might be using weed as a coping mechanism, and trying to cut back from smoking. She also shares conversations she’s been having with her therapist about how weed makes her feel and what would enter her life if she stopped getting high. Then, Aleen tells us about her craziest, worst edible experience and what it was like going to a restaurant extremely high. N...
How To Deal With Getting Weighed At The Doctor
June 03, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutesIn this Thursday’s episode, Sami and Aleen share a listener non scale win about eating breakfast before going to the doctor and not getting anxious about being weighed. Then, Aleen shares a NSW of her own: she took a glucose tolerance test to see if she has gestational diabetes and they weighed her and she didn’t let the number on the scale get to her. Instead, she came home and ate a delicious meal. Sami shares her NSW about letting herself intuitively enjoy a Starbucks green tea that she us...
How To Heal Your Body Shame Ft. Rachel Otis
May 30, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutesThis week Sami and Aleen are joined by somatic therapist, fat body activist, yogi, and writer, Rachel Otis. They discuss being diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease, existing in a fat body, and finding somatic therapy. Then, Rachel explains what it’s like being chronically ill, how to find the right medicine for your body, and why visual representation is so important. They also unpack how to work through shame, achieve body neutrality, and why one size fits all doesn’t work for therapy or for fashi...
How To Eat Ice Cream With No Drama
May 27, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutesOn this Thursday’s Episode, Sami and Aleen start by debating a great would you rather question. WRY: only eat kids menu items for the rest of your life or only eat a raw food diet? Then, Sami and Aleen share a NIVEA presented Non Scale Win: a listener tries on bikinis and starts looking up how to lose weight and then quickly stops herself from engaging in old toxic behavior. Aleen shares a non scale win of her own about eating ice cream straight from the pint without guilt and just simply put...
Unpacking The Fear of Weight Gain Ft. Christy Harrison
May 23, 2021 04:00 - 1 hourThis week Sami and Aleen are joined by registered dietitian nurtionist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and author of the book Anti-Diet, Christy Harrison. They discuss the ten principles of intuitive eating, why it’s important to start embracing the foods diets tell you to be afraid of, and why you should honor your hunger and feel you fullness. Then, Christy explains how to reconnect with the intuitive eating skills you’re born with, why you should be careful of where you’re getting y...
How To Deal With Diet Talk In The Workplace
May 20, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutesOn this Thursday’s episode, Sami and Aleen start off with a NIVEA presented Non Scale Win: a new mother starts accepting her post baby body and allows herself to eat last night’s cold pizza before her morning coffee. Sami and Aleen unpack why it’s important to indulge in your cravings to avoid binge eating and then they share some NSWs of their own. Aleen talks about getting ready for her big move and her baby on the way; she also shares how making a to-do list has been really helpful during ...
Sami And Aleen Get Real About Their Relationship With The Gym
May 16, 2021 19:53 - 54 minutesThis week, Sami and Aleen open up about their relationship with movement and the gym. Sami shares that she’s really excited about her new zen, computer-free reading corner she’s created in her apartment. Then, Sami and Aleen discuss their experiences creating a dedicated movement/workout space in their homes and their journey to both getting a Peloton. They talk about coming to terms with how age can affect your health, why you have to pursue your health, and why you’re not just entitled to i...
You Don’t Need To Change Your Body To Date
May 13, 2021 04:00 - 28 minutesOn this Thursday’s episode, Sami and Aleen start with some Non Scale Wins of their own, including one about starting to genuinely enjoy being active again. They talk about shifting the intention of working out to simply wanting to feel better rather than wanting to loose weight. Then, they share a listener NSW about allowing yourself to discover what desserts you actually enjoy eating without the judgement. Next, a listener writes in a Dear DST email, which is all about being newly single and...
Mother-Daughter Therapy Sesh Ft. Sami’s Mom, Ilene
May 09, 2021 04:00 - 55 minutesIn honor of Mother’s Day Sami and Aleen are joined by Sami’s Mom, Ilene Fishbein. They discuss how going through old pictures can bring up mixed feelings, calorie counting, and trying to lose weight for other people. They also discuss how going to summer camp affects the way you see your body, having a sibling and a son with special needs, and deciding to go to therapy. They unpack how to identify the right therapist for you, getting your life together at 60, and how to learn how to identify ...
How To Deal With A Partner Who Just Doesn’t Get It
May 06, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutesOn this week’s Dear DST, Sami and Aleen start off with a listener Non Scale Win about overcoming binge eating and yo-yo dieting and starting to embrace their post-baby body. Then they read a Dear DST about how to deal with a partner who is not supportive of intuitive eating. They discuss how difficult that must be and how important it is to be surrounded by supportive people. They also discuss post quarantine weight gain and explain how it’s incredibly normal to fluctuate in weight, especiall...
How To Deal With A Partner Who Just Doesn’t Get it
May 06, 2021 04:00 - 21 minutesOn this week’s Dear DST, Sami and Aleen start off with a listener Non Scale Win about overcoming binge eating and yo-yo dieting and starting to embrace their post-baby body. Then they read a Dear DST about how to deal with a partner who is not supportive of intuitive eating. They discuss how difficult that must be and how important it is to be surrounded by supportive people. They also discuss post quarantine weight gain and explain how it’s incredibly normal to fluctuate in weight, especiall...
You Can Do Hard Things Ft. Angela Manuel Davis
May 02, 2021 04:00 - 49 minutesThis week Sami and Aleen are joined by former member of the USA Track and Field Team, and now motivational coach, Angela Manuel Davis. They discuss what it was like to grow up in an athletic family, how she identified when she was too burnt out and didn’t want to run anymore, and why it’s important to find your purpose. They discuss the mind and body connection, why inspiration can only last so long, and how to connect your workout to something bigger. Angela shares why doing the same thing o...
Dealing With Weight Gain
April 29, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutesOn this Thursday’s episode, Sami and Aleen start with a listener NSW about unsubscribing from intense workout class emails and instead focusing on a more enjoyable workout like at-home yoga. They share some Non Scale Wins of their own, Aleen talks about how taking a break from working out can really be reinvigorating, and they discuss why taking the time to go on vacation is so important. Sami shares her experience going up in size, losing her period for 3 months, having high cholesterol for ...
How To Go From Self-Conscious To Confident Badass Ft. Tinx
April 25, 2021 04:00 - 51 minutesThis week Sami and Aleen are joined by the one and only Tinx (Christina Najjar). They discuss how she got the name “Tinx” and went from having an established career in journalism to becoming as she says “the oldest Tik Tokker.” They discuss LA vs. NY beauty standards, why you should stop hating yourself, how she deals with the negative comments, and how she gets brand deals. Tinx breaks down the difference between Instagram vs. Tik Tok image and why she loves the unfiltered, unedited side of ...
How To Talk To A Friend Struggling With Disordered Eating
April 22, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutesOn this Dear DST, Aleen and Sami start by sharing some Non Scale Wins. Then, they react to a Dear DST email about what to do if diet culture is stealing your friend from you. They also examine the best way to talk to your friend about their disordered eating and if you really should confront them on their struggles. Finally, they discuss why gaining and losing weight is completely normal and the best way to be a supportive, compassionate friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...
How Being In A Relationship Affects Your Body Image
April 18, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutesThis week, Sami and Aleen discuss relationships and weight gain. Aleen reveals why she had to return her Peloton treadmill, and together they unpack why feeling like your partner won’t accept you can be such a struggle. The two of them get extremely vulnerable and share raw conversations they’ve recently had with their partners. Then they discuss if being in a relationship or being married makes you feel more confident and what exactly it means to be an energizer bunny. Plus, they answer list...
Sami And Aleen On What They Wish They Knew In Their 20s?
April 15, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutesIn this week’s Dear DST, Sami and Aleen share their advice on what they wish they knew going into their 20s. They discuss the struggle of post grad life and finding your path. Specifically, the process of figuring out who you are and who you want to be. They break down the feeling of being trapped behind labels and their personal experience dealing with it. They share what it's like going through the bumpy ride, but break down what to expect and why it’s okay and part of the process of growin...
Meet The New Girl Behind The DST Insta, Sydney Raiff
April 11, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutesThis week Sami and Aleen are joined by the new DST Content Manager, Sydney Raiff - yes that means the girl behind the Insta. They begin by getting to know Sydney a bit better- where she grew up, where she went to college, and what brought her to Betches. Then they get into Sydney’s love of food, her experience of eating when not hungry, her dressing room anxiety, and never saying “no” to ice cream. They also discuss Sydney’s experience going to weight loss spas and how that influenced her rel...
How To Deal With A Mom On A Diet
April 08, 2021 04:00 - 17 minutesOn this Thursday’s episode, Sami shares her birthday plans and the theme of her outdoor party (yes, masks will be provided). They react to a listener Non Scale Win from a Mom of 2 (who is also in her 30s) that is making it a point not to talk badly about herself or her body in front of her daughters. Then they read a Dear DST about quarantine weight gain, moving back in with their parents over quarantine, and once again eating around family after struggling with an eating disorder. Plus, how ...
Unpacking The Khloé Kardashian Drama
April 06, 2021 21:09 - 23 minutesSami and Aleen convene for an emergency recording session to break down the Khloé Kardashian unedited photo fiasco. They cover all the drama: Was the unedited photo of Khloé in a bathing suit really leaked on MJ’s finsta or by a Kardashian assistant? They react to the Kardashians’ negative response to this scandal and question why KKW’s CMO was the one responding to the Khloé drama. Where’s the Good American PR agent when you need them? They discuss it all, from why some people are literally ...
Don’t Let Diet Culture Ruin Your Vacation
April 04, 2021 04:00 - 51 minutesThis week Sami and Aleen are talking all about how diet culture often dictates (and sometimes ruins) how we experience vacations. They start with an immediate reaction to RHSLC’s Jen Shah getting arrested on fraud charges. Then they dive into a conversation about the urge to lose weight before going on vacation, as Aleen and Sami discuss upcoming travel and how they are preparing themselves mentally. They discuss the struggle to restrict what you eat and drink on vacation and the anxiety that...
Sami Tries (And Fails) To Book A Vaccine Appointment
April 01, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutesOn this Thursday’s episode, Aleen shares a Non Scale Win about finally getting a COVID vaccine and Sami tells us about her recent return to cardio. They discuss the process of going to the vaccine site and how easy and organized it was to complete. Meanwhile, Sami tries (and eventually fails) to book a vaccine appointment online. Finally, Aleen tells us all about the moment she found out she was approved to buy her first house and basically became a mortgage expert overnight. Learn more about...
What Will Life After the COVID-19 Vaccine Look Like? Ft. Dr. Jennifer Ashton
March 28, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutesIn this week’s DST, Sami and Aleen are joined by ABC News’ chief medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton. They first talk about how Dr. Ashton became ABC’s medical correspondent, working nonstop 15 hour work days covering coronavirus, as well as conferring with Dr. Anthony Fauci throughout the pandemic. Dr. Ashton advises some proper medical precautions and how we can continue to protect ourselves and our loved ones, what the new normal is going to look like, and the risks and benefits of g...
How to Respond to Toxic Diet Talk
March 25, 2021 04:00 - 29 minutesIn this week’s Dear DST, Sami and Aleen start off with some Non Scale Wins, including one about making more conscious food choices and curbing emotional eating. Next, a lister writes in with a NSW of her own about embracing her love of milk chocolate (and fully savoring it). The Dear DST email is all about adopting an anti-diet mindset, but still feeling conflicted in attaching guilt to weight loss. Can intuitive eating be part of the puzzle? Sami and Aleen offer tips on how to feel tuned in ...
The Post-Pandemic Body Anxiety Is Real
March 21, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutesThis week, we start with a recap of Aleen’s birthday and Sami’s near death experience (no, that’s not an exaggeration). They talk about getting back on that cardio, Aleen getting her first pair of maternity jeans, and Sami’s list of things she looks forward to experiencing once normal life resumes. Then they dive into a conversation about making your post-pandemic body debut and the anxiety that comes along with people seeing your what you look like after so much time. They close with some ti...
Why Brands Still Need to Work On Size Inclusivity
March 18, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutesOn this Dear DST episode, Sami and Aleen start with a listener Non Scale Win about ditching a pair of pants that were too tight (and opting for a more comfortable option in its place). They share some Non Scale Wins of their own, including one about overcoming body checking habits and creating healthy boundaries. Then a listener writes in a Dear DST email about finding a bra that actually fits when you have a bigger bust. They talk about why it’s so hard to find plus-size clothing, give tips ...
Here’s How To Avoid Burnout Ft. Anne Helen Petersen
March 14, 2021 05:00 - 1 hourThis week Sami and Aleen are joined by writer, author, and cultural critic Anne Helen Petersen to talk about burnout and finding balance in a work-from-home environment. They begin with a conversation about how Anne’s obsession with pop culture growing up (hello Entertainment Weekly) led her to get a PhD in celebrity studies. They talk about the toxicity of tabloid culture, including how the media policed and shamed Kim Kardashian during her first pregnancy, and how it’s affecting people like...
Why Am I An Adult And Still Getting Acne? Ft. Dr. Claire Chang
March 11, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutesThis Dear DST episode (presented by Differin) is all about taking care of your skin and dealing with adult acne. Sami and Aleen start with a story about conquering a mountain (like literally, a black diamond slope) and a win about not comparing your body to others. The listener Non Scale Win is an inspiring story about throwing on a bikini and going to the pool. Then the Dear DST email is from a listener who is embarrassed by her acne breakouts and looking for advice. They talk about how to t...
How To Find Clothes That Fit Ft. Remi Bader
March 07, 2021 05:00 - 50 minutesThis week Sami and Aleen are joined by influencer, Curve model, and TikTok star Remi Bader. They begin with a conversation about how Remi went from losing her job in a pandemic to starting a modeling career and gaining a huge TikTok following. She tells us where the idea for “realistic clothing hauls” on TikTok came from, and they discuss why it’s so hard to predict how something is going to fit when you order online. They talk about the all-too-relatable experience of getting pressure from f...