Giggly Squad Episode Summary: "Giggling about Wicked, Winter Trends, and Projection"

Hosts: Hannah Berner & Paige DeSorbo
Podcast: Giggly Squad
Platform: Acast

1. Tour Life and Personal Updates

The episode kicks off with Hannah and Paige sharing candid updates about their life on tour. Paige humorously apologizes for the podcast being a day late due to her battling a stomach flu, mentioning, “[02:30] I have to formally apologize. The podcast is late by a day. [...] I have a stomach flu.”

Hannah echoes the challenges of maintaining appearance while touring, stating, “[03:13] I can’t look pretty this many days in a row. My makeup just wouldn't even go on my face anymore.”

2. The Impact of Touring on Friendship and Work Dynamics

Paige and Hannah delve into the intricacies of maintaining their friendship amid the pressures of touring. Paige remarks on their constant proximity, “[03:48] We've also gotten so insanely close. It's not good for humanity.” They discuss the hectic schedules and lack of downtime, highlighting how it affects their interactions and creative processes.

3. Musical Theater and the Musical Wicked

A significant portion of the episode revolves around their views on musical theater, specifically the long-running hit musical Wicked. Des Bishop (Hannah) shares her past experience attending Wicked for her sweet sixteen, expressing indifference, “[07:16] I took one of the longest naps in the history of my napping career. Didn’t see a single second of it.”

Paige counters by expressing her lack of exposure to Wicked, saying, “[07:55] I haven’t even seen the story of it.” This sparks a discussion on personal preferences versus popular acclaim. Des Bishop reflects on her initial disinterest but shows openness to experiencing it, “[08:36] I'm for sure gonna watch it on my couch. Like, I'm gonna throw it on and see what the hype is about.”

4. Fashion Trends and Winter Styles

Transitioning to fashion, the hosts discuss current winter trends. Paige introduces the "Madame Sandler" trend, describing it as “Adam Sandler, but sexy,” to which Des Bishop responds positively, “[15:59] So it’s like, Adam Sandler, but sexy. And I’m into that.” They humorously critique the overwhelming influx of fashion trends, with Des Bishop lamenting, “[16:06] It’s not for me. It’s not for me.”

5. Social Media Dynamics and Projection

Hannah and Paige examine the role of social media in modern life, particularly focusing on Instagram's features like Stories and DMs. Paige comments on the oversharing nature, “[25:01] I have a stomach bug right now, and you’re literally. I am holding my butthole by a thread right now,” illustrating the often absurd extremes of online behavior.

Des Bishop highlights the superficial interactions, “[26:31] It depends because, like, being on tour, our schedules are just like, so such mayhem.”

6. People's Sexiest Man Alive Debate

The hosts engage in a spirited debate about the announcement of John Krasinski as People’s Sexiest Man Alive. Paige expresses indifference, “[27:48] I feel like in the current climate, we don’t need a People’s Sexiest Man Alive right now. Who asked for that?” while Des Bishop criticizes the choice, “[30:23] I have no idea.”

They discuss alternative choices, with Paige humorously suggesting Jonathan Bailey from Wicked, “[31:02] You know who I think is hot? Jonathan Bailey from Wicked,” and Des Bishop agrees, championing representation from the musical theater community.

7. Laundry, Towel Etiquette, and Personal Habits

A lighter yet relatable segment involves the hosts sharing their laundry routines and towel etiquette. Paige brings up the infamous "towel question" from a Q&A, leading Des Bishop to elaborate on her personal system, “[42:02] I am spending money on towels. So if a person comes into my home and they say, hey, I need to grab a quick shower, no problem, I’ve got a towel for you.”

Paige humorously contrasts her own laundry habits, “[46:31] How often do you do laundry really. It’s always on. It’s like a white noise machine. It keeps me calm.”

8. Documentaries and Cognitive Overload

The conversation shifts to their experiences with documentaries and true crime series. Paige critiques the inundation of multi-season documentaries, “[53:10] I watched crazy. My crazy ex. [...] I don't know why aren't they on their own?” while Des Bishop expresses frustration with spoilers, “[57:30] I was like, sorry, I have a really dumb friend on the other end of the line.”

9. Touring Experiences: Toronto and Chicago

Reflecting on their tour stops, Hannah and Paige recount memorable moments from Toronto and Chicago. Des Bishop shares an incident where her dress broke, creating on-stage drama, “[48:04] I have nothing left. I watched oh, my crazy.” Paige humorously supports her, “[50:11] Do I need beta blockers?”

They discuss the challenges of performing in different cities, with Paige poking fun at Chicago’s culinary offerings, specifically cheese curds, “[56:12] I can't support you in that because you haven't gotten the full experience of cheese curds.”

10. Closing Remarks and Upcoming Shows

As the episode wraps up, the hosts prepare for their upcoming Texas show, discussing outfit preparations, “[62:05] We're going to buckle down, and we're so excited to see y'all in Texas.” Paige announces new shows where she'll test new material in various locations, expressing enthusiasm and affection for their audience.

Notable Quotes

• Paige DeSorbo (02:30): “I have to formally apologize. The podcast is late by a day. [...] I have a stomach flu.”

• Des Bishop (07:16): “I took one of the longest naps in the history of my napping career. Didn’t see a single second of it.”

• Paige DeSorbo (15:39): “I think it’s like Adam Sandler, but sexy. And I’m into that.”

• Des Bishop (16:06): “It’s not for me. It’s not for me.”

• Paige DeSorbo (27:48): “I feel like in the current climate, we don’t need a People’s Sexiest Man Alive right now. Who asked for that?”

• Des Bishop (42:02): “I am spending money on towels. So if a person comes into my home and they say, hey, I need to grab a quick shower, no problem, I’ve got a towel for you.”

• Paige DeSorbo (53:10): “I watched crazy. My crazy ex. [...] I don’t know why aren’t they on their own?”

• Des Bishop (56:12): “I can’t support you in that because you haven’t gotten the full experience of cheese curds.”

• Paige DeSorbo (62:05): “We’re going to buckle down, and we’re so excited to see y’all in Texas.”

Conclusion

In this episode of Giggly Squad, Hannah and Paige offer a blend of humor, personal anecdotes, and candid discussions on topics ranging from the pressures of touring and the cultural phenomenon of musical theater to the overwhelming surge of fashion trends and the quirks of social media dynamics. Their playful debates and relatable stories provide listeners with an authentic glimpse into their lives, all while maintaining the lighthearted and self-deprecating humor that defines Giggly Squad.