Giggly Squad – "Giggling about sexting, scarves, and side parts"
Hosts: Hannah Berner & Paige DeSorbo
Date: December 9, 2025
Episode Overview
This lively episode of Giggly Squad takes listeners through Hannah and Paige’s signature blend of humor, irreverence, and candid conversation. The duo riff on everything from daily mishaps and psychic appointments to fashion trends (side parts & scarves), pop culture (the Diddy documentary), and women’s health. Their trademark self-deprecation and friend-to-friend banter shine, making serious topics both relatable and engaging.
Key Discussion Points & Highlights
Opening Antics & Going Global
- Location update: Hannah is podcasting from Mexico, while Paige is cozy at home.
- “Giggly's global. We've gone global.” – (Paige, 01:13)
- Both joke about the challenges and vanity of recording virtually.
- “I do look gorgeous today.” – (Paige, 01:18)
A Day in the Life & Psychic Rituals
- Paige runs through her busy day, including a high-pressure interview for her show In Bed With and a humorous confession about taking beta blockers for nerves (02:21).
- They debate the etiquette of declining social invites in favor of a psychic appointment.
- “That is so sweet, but I have a psychic appointment tomorrow at 6... It’s really important to me.” – (Paige quoting herself, 04:00)
- Both analyze their different approaches to psychic readings: Paige is reserved, Hannah admits to people-pleasing.
- "You’re so much better at psychic appointments than me… I’m like, I know what you mean and I’m gonna tell you exactly what you might have meant.” – (Hannah, 05:54)
- Conversation about making secret audio recordings of psychic sessions—“Women in STEM!” (Paige, 06:53)
Fashion Mishaps, Comedy Gigs, and the “Bat Omen”
- Hannah tells a story of her kitten heel getting stuck in her jeans during a comedy show, then a bat flying into the theater (08:14–11:13).
- Bat is humorously named “Paige” due to its flawless chaos.
- The “bat omen” is googled mid-show and (supposedly) means good things for her career.
- "Apparently it’s an omen for positivity for your career. Like a change in your career type thing.” – (Hannah, 12:03)
Sexting, Body Anxiety, and Male Attention
- Hannah accidentally texts Paige a revealing bikini selfie; they riff on being sexualized and their attitudes towards male attention. (12:32–14:14)
- “Something about boob attention, like, gives me the ick. Like, I don't want guys staring at my tits, but, like, stare at my butt because I'm walking away, you know?” – (Hannah, 13:21)
- “Men would have sex with, like, an apple pie.” – (Paige, 13:58)
- Extended childish hypothesizing about what objects they’d "experiment" with if they had a penis.
Diddy Documentary Deep-Dive
- The pair dissect the P. Diddy docuseries (“second Diddy doc” for Hannah!)
- Paige claims Tupac and Biggie were killed because of a “lover’s quarrel,” suggesting suppressed sexuality at the heart of the tragedy.
- "I'm sorry, Tupac and Biggie were unfortunately killed because P. Diddy couldn't say that he was gay.” – (Paige, 15:39)
- They compare the music industry’s “beef” to sorority drama, poking fun at both.
Cat Ownership & Family Dynamics
- Quick detour into cat obsession after a cameo appearance by Paige’s cat.
- Discussion about “complicating” friends’ lives with cat ownership and family dynamics over holiday gatherings. (18:45–19:46)
- “I made Grace get a cat. I made Dez's brother. I've made everyone get cats.” – (Hannah, 18:54)
- “That’s the price she has to pay for this gorgeous gal.” – (Paige, 19:36)
Spotify Age & Millennial Reflection
- Both quiz each other about their ‘Spotify age’ and reflect on feeling the age they were at the start of COVID.
- Conversation veers into “girl boss” era discourse, generational differences in ambition, and the pendulum swing towards trad-wife aesthetics. (25:13–28:00)
- "Nowadays, if you have a sniffle, you don't have to go into work. Like, nowadays people realize you don't." – (Hannah, 26:53)
Hair Talk: Side-Parts, Cowlicks & Head Shapes
- Debate about the alleged return of the side part, cowlick woes, and millennial/middle/side part nostalgia.
- “Personally, I think my face looks better with the side part.” – (Paige, 33:16)
- “I love how this is an audio podcast. And we're like, look at the left side of her angle of her cheekbone.” – (Hannah, 34:35)
Streamers, Award Shows & Pop Culture
- The changing movie/TV landscape, from cable to streaming wars, with shoutouts to Chelsea Handler, Julia Roberts, and Leonardo DiCaprio.
- "If you keep saying, ‘one day I’ll start that business,’ consider this your sign." – (Hannah, 45:49, during a brief ad segue)
- They bemoan the trend of intentionally depressing films for awards and crave more respect for comedic performances. (40:47)
- "I can cry way easier than put together a 60-minute comedy.” – (Paige, 40:47)
Influencers & Holiday Birthdays
- They mock an influencer who changed her kid’s birthday to avoid Christmas overlap and ponder the astrological consequences.
- “You lie to her and tell her she’s an Aries.” – (Paige, 48:45)
- “That’s so selfish to do because, what, it’s not good for your schedule?” – (Paige, 48:50)
Mrs. Claus Gets Her Due
- Paige and Hannah advocate for Mrs. Claus’s happiness, workload, and image.
- “Why can’t she… that’s like one of my number one words… frumpy.” – (Hannah, 50:33)
- Dissection of Santa/Mrs. Claus “optics” and unpaid labor.
Women’s Health & The UTI Struggle
- In-depth discussion about the lack of accessible feminine hygiene products, the “pink tax,” and Paige’s personal fight with recurring UTIs.
- “Did you ever shoot without me?” (Cat as metaphor for dependency, 18:06)
- “They’re literally taxing us on something that we need… and you know what’s not taxed? Viagra.” – (Hannah, 53:25)
- Advice (and frustration) about common but unhelpful UTI remedies.
- “Have you tried, like, wiping from front to back? I was like, yes, Bianca. I've been wiping front to back since, I don't know, the day I sat on the toilet.” – (Paige, 54:21)
- Sharing their platform to advocate for improved women’s healthcare, menopause awareness, and destigmatization.
Scarves: Who Can Wear Them?
- Responding to Bobby Flay’s complaint about their anti-scarf stance for men.
- “Chefs are allowed to wear scarves.” – (Hannah, 60:09)
- “Finance bros can’t wear scarves. No, they do. They shouldn’t…” – (Hannah, 60:52)
- The rule: If your job is “overly masculine” and you’ve thrown a pot or handle knives, scarves are fine.
Final Thoughts
- Riffs on recording mishaps, the podcast’s intentionally “chaotic” structure, and their chemistry as friends.
- “The point of this podcast is to laugh and escape our lives.” – (Paige, 31:50)
- “I need 18 side quests in a story to stay focused on a story.” – (Hannah, 32:09)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- “Sorry for being truthful. Sorry for not making up a lie... It’s really important to me.” – Paige (04:23)
- “That’s the price she has to pay for this gorgeous gal.” – Paige, on cat ownership (19:36)
- “Men would have sex with, like, an apple pie.” – Paige (13:58)
- “I'm sorry, Tupac and Biggie were unfortunately killed because P. Diddy couldn't say that he was gay. Sorry, that was a lover’s quarrel.” – Paige (15:39)
- “The point of this podcast is to laugh and escape our lives.” – Paige (31:50)
- “Chefs are allowed to wear scarves.” – Hannah (60:09)
- “Finance bros can’t wear scarves. ... When a girl is cold, it's adorable. ... When a man is cold, he can't support a family.” – Hannah (61:12)
- “I can cry way easier than put together a 60-minute comedy.” – Paige (40:47)
Timestamps for Important Segments
- 01:00 – Space Jam intro; Paige in Mexico, going global.
- 02:21 – Paige’s intense workday recap and beta blocker confession.
- 04:00-05:04 – Psychic appointment scheduling conundrum.
- 08:14–11:13 – Bat drama at Hannah’s comedy show.
- 12:32–14:14 – Accidental sexting, body talk, and sexualization.
- 15:28–16:46 – Diddy docuseries “gay lover’s quarrel” theory.
- 25:13–28:00 – Spotify age conversation, girl boss era, generational analysis.
- 33:03–35:05 – Side part vs. middle part; hair struggles.
- 40:47 – The struggle for respect in comedy acting.
- 48:01–49:20 – Influencer changes baby’s birthday; astrology jokes.
- 51:13–54:21 – Women’s bathrooms, tampon struggles, pink tax.
- 60:09–61:17 – Scarves and who can wear them.
Tone & Style
Consistently irreverent, chaotic, and self-aware, Hannah and Paige blend genuine friendship with sharp wit. They fearlessly puncture sacred cows—whether pop stars, wellness trends, or their own social gaffes—making for an episode that’s as cathartic as it is hilarious.
For Listeners
If you haven’t listened yet:
Expect a raucous, tangential journey through current events, TikTok controversies, anatomy overshares, and the healing magic of laughter. Paige and Hannah welcome you as a Giggler—where nothing is too off-topic and everything is up for affectionate ridicule.
Quick Reference Topics
- Psychic appointments and honesty in scheduling (04:00)
- Male objectification and “if I had a penis…” (14:31)
- Diddy doc wild theories (15:28)
- Women's health: UTI struggle and pink tax (52:00–54:21)
- Fashion: Side parts resurgence, scarves (33:03, 60:09)
- Cat lady crusades (18:45)
- Streaming pop culture takes (41:28)
Missed the episode? This summary captures the best bits, keeps the energy, and ensures you’re giggle-ready for the next Squad drop.
