Girls Gotta Eat – "How to Be More Fit, Confident, and Tactfully Petty in 2026"

Feat. Cody Rigsby
Release Date: January 5, 2026 | Hosts: Ashley Hesseltine & Rayna Greenberg | Guest: Cody Rigsby

Episode Overview

The first episode of 2026 features fitness icon and Peloton favorite Cody Rigsby for a lively, honest, and hilarious conversation about fitness, confidence, dating, and being just the right amount of petty. Hosts Ashley and Rayna begin with their own unfiltered holiday and New Year’s updates, resolutions, and goals for the year. The episode seamlessly blends the hosts' signature banter and personal anecdotes with Cody’s journey, insights on fitness, relationships, confidence, and tips for tactful pettiness.

Main Themes & Discussion Points

1. Holiday Catch-up and Annual Traditions

[00:28–09:43]

Holiday Recap: Ashley and Rayna share their Christmas experiences with Ashley’s family—playing with kids, battling over the best appetizers, and feeling the exhaustion and joy of being the “fun aunties.”
Appetizer Contest: An annual family competition is discussed, from the stand-out "old bay latkes with crab salad" to the controversy around fair judging and gluten-free accessibility, engagingly recounted with their typical self-deprecation and humor.

Notable Quote:
“I’m going to start cheating because I tally the votes…I’m done being honest.” – Ashley, [07:09]

2. Reflecting on 2025 & Setting 2026 Goals

[11:42–40:51]

Last Year’s Resolutions: Both hosts playfully confront each other about which resolutions were kept, especially their ongoing (and ultimately abandoned) attempt at laser hair removal.
Goal Review:
- Raina: Enjoyed her house, did more standup, and “slept with a couple people I didn’t see coming.”
- Ashley: Got married, shot a comedy special, and focused on professional accomplishments.
Values & Priorities: Both reflect on how their core identities are tied to hard work and creative fulfillment, but also acknowledge the importance of leisure, friendships, and embracing change.
Odd vs. Even Year “Energy”: Ashley jokes about being an “odd year girly,” associating major life milestones with odd years, while Rayna embraces the "Year of the Horse" energy of 2026—momentum and action.

Notable Exchange:
“I tried to get a bare puss, and nature fought back.” – Ashley, [12:38]
“Kim Kardashian said the bush is back.” – Ashley, [13:53]

3. 2026 Personal & Professional Goals

[21:59–34:21]

Raina’s Goals: Launching her solo comedy tour, moving back to New York, trying golf, skiing, and learning tennis, plus “drink more water” and get into Love Island.
Ashley’s Goals: Release her comedy special, make the most of LA’s food scene, reduce screen time, continue strength training, travel for pleasure, and (maybe) buy a home.

Notable Quote:
“It’s a lot, but I think you can do these all—especially the ones that are like: ski one time.” – Ashley, [29:18]

4. City Living: New York vs LA

[34:21–38:48]

Hot takes on LA vs NYC: LA’s unbeatable food scene and weather vs. NYC’s unmatched restaurant and nightlife “vibes.” Both hosts contemplate future moves and lament the ever-changing social fabric of their cities.

Memorable Moment:
“I will never shut the f**k up about the food in LA. Truly. Never had a bad meal.” – Ashley, [35:01]

Featured Guest: Cody Rigsby

Introduction and Peloton Persona

[46:35–51:56]

Hosts gush over Cody’s unique blend of hard workouts and comedic entertainment, agreeing that he pushes boundaries in a way nobody else does at Peloton.
Cody himself credits both his physical presence (“I’m a big bitch… six two!”) and his self-deprecating, relatable humor for his relatable classes.

Quote:
“I know where the line is, and I get so, so close to it. But it’s also about delivery.” – Cody, [50:28]

Relationships & Dating Talk

[51:56–55:03]

Cody opens up about being currently in a relationship and the hazards (and perks) of posting about a hot partner.
The trio swap hilarious and honest stories about sleeping with “ugly guys” for tallness or big-dick energy, and the universal law that big dick gets you a free pass for a lot.

Memorable Moment:
“Well, we’ve all, like, slept with an ugly guy that we don’t want anybody to know about.” – Cody, [53:04]

Life Story and Career Journey

[61:06–66:57]

Cody details his upbringing: moving cross-country, being raised by a single mom in financial hardship, the evolution from aspiring dancer to New York go-getter, to Peloton celebrity.
Stresses a “fake it till you make it” attitude combined with hard work and lucky breaks.

Quote:
“Success is luck plus hard work. You can be talented, but if the right opportunity doesn’t come, you’re not going to get the success.” – Cody, [64:54]

Philosophy on Fitness, Food, and Bodies

[58:10–59:52]

Cody is open about his love for both intense workouts and indulgent foods (Cheetos, cinnamon rolls, ice cream).
Rejects the myth that you can look like “Instagram bodies” without enhancement or extreme restriction, advocating self-acceptance and enjoyment.

Quote:
“Most of those people you see on Instagram…they’re not telling you the whole story.” – Cody, [59:38]

Attachment Styles & Working on Yourself

[73:42–76:39]

Cody and the hosts dive into attachment theory, how we operate differently in each relationship, and the vital role of healing your own trauma to find a healthy partnership.
Cody shares his repaired relationship with his mother—a story of empathy, boundaries, and the gift of time.

Quote:
“Your trauma is not your fault, but it’s your responsibility to figure it out.” – Cody, [75:23]

Tactful Pettiness and Confidence

[85:17–88:55, 92:58–95:32]

Cody shares examples and advice on being “tactfully petty”: stand up for yourself, but with style and confidence. Own your realities so others’ attempts to get to you lose their power.
On confidence: build a relationship with yourself, through fitness, therapy, meditation, and by caring less about others’ opinions.

Quote:
“You have to know thyself and be confident with thyself. Even if the read is true, own it so it doesn’t get to you.” – Cody, [86:46]

Listener Advice Speed Round

[80:03–91:01]

Cody and the hosts react to listener New Year’s resolutions—from moisturizing more, scaling back anal sex, to being more petty and talking less. Laugh-out-loud moments as they riff on the absurdities and realities of self-improvement (and self-acceptance).
Open, non-judgmental, and raunchy, with practical and funny takes for every resolution.

Notable Cody Tip:
“If you want to be more confident…stop caring so much about what people think. Nobody’s worried about you, babe.” – Cody, [93:35]

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

“I tried to get a bare puss, and nature fought back.”
– Ashley, [12:38]
“I guess I’m not Chinese…Big reveal.”
– Ashley, regarding astrology, [21:14]
“It’s a lot, but I think you can do these all—especially the ones that are like: ski one time.”
– Ashley, [29:18]
“Well, we’ve all, like, slept with an ugly guy that we don’t want anybody to know about.”
– Cody, [53:04]
“Success is luck plus hard work.”
– Cody, [64:54]
“Most of those people you see on Instagram…they’re not telling you the whole story.”
– Cody, [59:38]
"Your trauma is not your fault, but it's your responsibility.”
– Cody, [75:23]
“You have to know thyself and be confident with thyself. Even if the read is true, own it so it doesn’t get to you.”
– Cody, [86:46]
“If you want to be more confident…stop caring so much about what people think. Nobody’s worried about you, babe.”
– Cody, [93:35]

Timestamps for Key Segments

Holiday/Appetizer Contest & Hair Removal Saga: [00:28–14:16]
Resolutions & Goals (2025 Recap/2026 Intentions): [14:16–40:51]
Ashley & Rayna’s Macro/Micro Goals: [29:38–34:21]
The LA vs NYC Debate: [34:21–38:48]
Cody Rigsby Guest Segment Starts: [46:35]
Peloton Persona & Pushing the Envelope: [46:35–51:56]
Cody’s Relationship Talk & Ugly-But-Worth-It Guys: [51:56–55:03]
Cody’s Origin Story & Peloton Path: [61:06–66:57]
Philosophy on Food, Bodies, Fitness: [58:10–59:52]
Attachment Theory & Working on Yourself: [73:42–76:39]
Being Tactfully Petty & Building Confidence: [85:17–86:46; 92:58–95:32]
Listener Resolution Advice Speed Round: [80:03–91:01]

Tone & Language

Candid, unfiltered, and deeply funny—hosts and guest riff on everything from pubic hair and “ugly guys” to family, food, and feelings.
Raunchy as ever, but with plenty of warmth and honesty (“I love myself too much…nothing’s ever my fault!” – Rayna, [55:30])
Cody’s stories and advice are spiced with his signature wit, self-awareness, and inclusive energy.

Final Thoughts

This episode delivers everything fans expect from GGE: laugh-out-loud banter, unconventional wisdom, confessions, and genuine inspiration. Cody’s guest spot adds both expertise and hilarity, offering real-life advice on being fit, confident, and (deliciously) petty—all in the most 2026 way possible.

For Raina’s tour and Ashley’s upcoming special, follow their socials. For more Cody, find him on IG, Peloton, and the “Tactful Petty” podcast.

Girls Gotta Eat – "How to Be More Fit, Confident, and Tactfully Petty in 2026"

Feat. Cody Rigsby
Release Date: January 5, 2026 | Hosts: Ashley Hesseltine & Rayna Greenberg | Guest: Cody Rigsby

Episode Overview

Main Themes & Discussion Points

1. Holiday Catch-up and Annual Traditions

[00:28–09:43]

Holiday Recap: Ashley and Rayna share their Christmas experiences with Ashley’s family—playing with kids, battling over the best appetizers, and feeling the exhaustion and joy of being the “fun aunties.”
Appetizer Contest: An annual family competition is discussed, from the stand-out "old bay latkes with crab salad" to the controversy around fair judging and gluten-free accessibility, engagingly recounted with their typical self-deprecation and humor.

Notable Quote:
“I’m going to start cheating because I tally the votes…I’m done being honest.” – Ashley, [07:09]

2. Reflecting on 2025 & Setting 2026 Goals

[11:42–40:51]

Last Year’s Resolutions: Both hosts playfully confront each other about which resolutions were kept, especially their ongoing (and ultimately abandoned) attempt at laser hair removal.
Goal Review:
- Raina: Enjoyed her house, did more standup, and “slept with a couple people I didn’t see coming.”
- Ashley: Got married, shot a comedy special, and focused on professional accomplishments.
Values & Priorities: Both reflect on how their core identities are tied to hard work and creative fulfillment, but also acknowledge the importance of leisure, friendships, and embracing change.
Odd vs. Even Year “Energy”: Ashley jokes about being an “odd year girly,” associating major life milestones with odd years, while Rayna embraces the "Year of the Horse" energy of 2026—momentum and action.

Notable Exchange:
“I tried to get a bare puss, and nature fought back.” – Ashley, [12:38]
“Kim Kardashian said the bush is back.” – Ashley, [13:53]

3. 2026 Personal & Professional Goals

[21:59–34:21]

Raina’s Goals: Launching her solo comedy tour, moving back to New York, trying golf, skiing, and learning tennis, plus “drink more water” and get into Love Island.
Ashley’s Goals: Release her comedy special, make the most of LA’s food scene, reduce screen time, continue strength training, travel for pleasure, and (maybe) buy a home.

Notable Quote:
“It’s a lot, but I think you can do these all—especially the ones that are like: ski one time.” – Ashley, [29:18]

4. City Living: New York vs LA

[34:21–38:48]

Hot takes on LA vs NYC: LA’s unbeatable food scene and weather vs. NYC’s unmatched restaurant and nightlife “vibes.” Both hosts contemplate future moves and lament the ever-changing social fabric of their cities.

Memorable Moment:
“I will never shut the f**k up about the food in LA. Truly. Never had a bad meal.” – Ashley, [35:01]

Featured Guest: Cody Rigsby

Introduction and Peloton Persona

[46:35–51:56]

Hosts gush over Cody’s unique blend of hard workouts and comedic entertainment, agreeing that he pushes boundaries in a way nobody else does at Peloton.
Cody himself credits both his physical presence (“I’m a big bitch… six two!”) and his self-deprecating, relatable humor for his relatable classes.

Quote:
“I know where the line is, and I get so, so close to it. But it’s also about delivery.” – Cody, [50:28]

Relationships & Dating Talk

[51:56–55:03]

Cody opens up about being currently in a relationship and the hazards (and perks) of posting about a hot partner.
The trio swap hilarious and honest stories about sleeping with “ugly guys” for tallness or big-dick energy, and the universal law that big dick gets you a free pass for a lot.

Memorable Moment:
“Well, we’ve all, like, slept with an ugly guy that we don’t want anybody to know about.” – Cody, [53:04]

Life Story and Career Journey

[61:06–66:57]

Cody details his upbringing: moving cross-country, being raised by a single mom in financial hardship, the evolution from aspiring dancer to New York go-getter, to Peloton celebrity.
Stresses a “fake it till you make it” attitude combined with hard work and lucky breaks.

Quote:
“Success is luck plus hard work. You can be talented, but if the right opportunity doesn’t come, you’re not going to get the success.” – Cody, [64:54]

Philosophy on Fitness, Food, and Bodies

[58:10–59:52]

Cody is open about his love for both intense workouts and indulgent foods (Cheetos, cinnamon rolls, ice cream).
Rejects the myth that you can look like “Instagram bodies” without enhancement or extreme restriction, advocating self-acceptance and enjoyment.

Quote:
“Most of those people you see on Instagram…they’re not telling you the whole story.” – Cody, [59:38]

Attachment Styles & Working on Yourself

[73:42–76:39]

Cody and the hosts dive into attachment theory, how we operate differently in each relationship, and the vital role of healing your own trauma to find a healthy partnership.
Cody shares his repaired relationship with his mother—a story of empathy, boundaries, and the gift of time.

Quote:
“Your trauma is not your fault, but it’s your responsibility to figure it out.” – Cody, [75:23]

Tactful Pettiness and Confidence

[85:17–88:55, 92:58–95:32]

Cody shares examples and advice on being “tactfully petty”: stand up for yourself, but with style and confidence. Own your realities so others’ attempts to get to you lose their power.
On confidence: build a relationship with yourself, through fitness, therapy, meditation, and by caring less about others’ opinions.

Quote:
“You have to know thyself and be confident with thyself. Even if the read is true, own it so it doesn’t get to you.” – Cody, [86:46]

Listener Advice Speed Round

[80:03–91:01]

Cody and the hosts react to listener New Year’s resolutions—from moisturizing more, scaling back anal sex, to being more petty and talking less. Laugh-out-loud moments as they riff on the absurdities and realities of self-improvement (and self-acceptance).
Open, non-judgmental, and raunchy, with practical and funny takes for every resolution.

Notable Cody Tip:
“If you want to be more confident…stop caring so much about what people think. Nobody’s worried about you, babe.” – Cody, [93:35]

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

“I tried to get a bare puss, and nature fought back.”
– Ashley, [12:38]
“I guess I’m not Chinese…Big reveal.”
– Ashley, regarding astrology, [21:14]
“It’s a lot, but I think you can do these all—especially the ones that are like: ski one time.”
– Ashley, [29:18]
“Well, we’ve all, like, slept with an ugly guy that we don’t want anybody to know about.”
– Cody, [53:04]
“Success is luck plus hard work.”
– Cody, [64:54]
“Most of those people you see on Instagram…they’re not telling you the whole story.”
– Cody, [59:38]
"Your trauma is not your fault, but it's your responsibility.”
– Cody, [75:23]
“You have to know thyself and be confident with thyself. Even if the read is true, own it so it doesn’t get to you.”
– Cody, [86:46]
“If you want to be more confident…stop caring so much about what people think. Nobody’s worried about you, babe.”
– Cody, [93:35]

Timestamps for Key Segments

Holiday/Appetizer Contest & Hair Removal Saga: [00:28–14:16]
Resolutions & Goals (2025 Recap/2026 Intentions): [14:16–40:51]
Ashley & Rayna’s Macro/Micro Goals: [29:38–34:21]
The LA vs NYC Debate: [34:21–38:48]
Cody Rigsby Guest Segment Starts: [46:35]
Peloton Persona & Pushing the Envelope: [46:35–51:56]
Cody’s Relationship Talk & Ugly-But-Worth-It Guys: [51:56–55:03]
Cody’s Origin Story & Peloton Path: [61:06–66:57]
Philosophy on Food, Bodies, Fitness: [58:10–59:52]
Attachment Theory & Working on Yourself: [73:42–76:39]
Being Tactfully Petty & Building Confidence: [85:17–86:46; 92:58–95:32]
Listener Resolution Advice Speed Round: [80:03–91:01]

Tone & Language

Candid, unfiltered, and deeply funny—hosts and guest riff on everything from pubic hair and “ugly guys” to family, food, and feelings.
Raunchy as ever, but with plenty of warmth and honesty (“I love myself too much…nothing’s ever my fault!” – Rayna, [55:30])
Cody’s stories and advice are spiced with his signature wit, self-awareness, and inclusive energy.

Final Thoughts

For Raina’s tour and Ashley’s upcoming special, follow their socials. For more Cody, find him on IG, Peloton, and the “Tactful Petty” podcast.

How to Be More Fit, Confident, and Tactfully Petty in 2026 feat. Cody Rigsby

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Summary

Girls Gotta Eat – "How to Be More Fit, Confident, and Tactfully Petty in 2026"

Episode Overview

Main Themes & Discussion Points

1. Holiday Catch-up and Annual Traditions

2. Reflecting on 2025 & Setting 2026 Goals

3. 2026 Personal & Professional Goals

4. City Living: New York vs LA

Featured Guest: Cody Rigsby

Introduction and Peloton Persona

Relationships & Dating Talk

Life Story and Career Journey

Philosophy on Fitness, Food, and Bodies

Attachment Styles & Working on Yourself

Tactful Pettiness and Confidence

Listener Advice Speed Round

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

Timestamps for Key Segments

Tone & Language

Final Thoughts

Summary

Girls Gotta Eat – "How to Be More Fit, Confident, and Tactfully Petty in 2026"

Episode Overview

Main Themes & Discussion Points

1. Holiday Catch-up and Annual Traditions

2. Reflecting on 2025 & Setting 2026 Goals

3. 2026 Personal & Professional Goals

4. City Living: New York vs LA

Featured Guest: Cody Rigsby

Introduction and Peloton Persona

Relationships & Dating Talk

Life Story and Career Journey

Philosophy on Fitness, Food, and Bodies

Attachment Styles & Working on Yourself

Tactful Pettiness and Confidence

Listener Advice Speed Round

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

Timestamps for Key Segments

Tone & Language

Final Thoughts