h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast: Recent Episodes
Rachel Malak
Join Rachel Malak each week as she talks with close friends and special guests about the all the transitional moments of twenty-something life. When life is changing and everything seems uncertain (ya know, graduating in a pandemic), we aim to provide a stable community, fueled by lifestyle content that qualms the stresses and embraces the hopefulness of the times when you find yourself asking, “what next?”
Rachel Malak's SWOON SERIES continues with Bravo TV’s Nema Vand. You might know him as a starring cast member on the hit reality show, Shahs of Sunset, but Nema’s expertise extends beyond the Bravo realm. In this episode, Rachel and Nema discuss his directing career (and debut short film, Becoming Beeple with one37pm), dating in NYC, social media and brand-building, and of course, reality television. The two wrap with a Swoon of the Week segment where Nema reveals who he’s crushing lately on AND a round of h.e.r.Reflections.
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This week, two h.e.r.LIFE heavy hitters join Rachel Malak in the Zoom room to talk about love and fate and the holiday season. Allie Giordano and Kevin Verga are panelists on The Serendipity Special, an episode where they join forces to dissect the 2001 holiday film starring Kate Beckinsale and John Cusak. Do you believe in fate? Destiny? Soulmates? Hear the h.e.r.LIFE panelist’s takes (plus a few points from Rachel, our moderator), along with some lovely anecdotes about missed connections: Allie’s TikTok swoon and Kevin’s Barnes & Nobel babe.
Happy Holidays from the whole h.e.r.LIFE family. Thank you for tuning in this year!
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Katie Andres is a well-known NBA & WNBA entertainment host with a decade of experience in the entertainment industry. She sits down with h.e.r.LIFE host (and newbie sports emcee) Rachel Malak to talk about the power of versatility in her career.
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h.e.r.LIFE is back with host Rachel Malak and dear friend of the show, Brennan Sisco. The ladies reminisce during h.e.r.Reflections of the week, gush during Swoon of the Week (including a full Gossip Girl reboot discussion), before settling into December Intentions. Focusing on purpose and confidence, Rachel and Brennan are setting themselves up for the month ahead.
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In celebration of Taylor Swift's iconic rerelease of the RED album this weekend, Rachel Malak and Allie Giordano are diving into the new 10 minute version of her Jake Gyllenhaal heartbreak anthem, All Too Well. F*ck the patriarchy, indeed.
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We're also wishing h.e.r.LIFE's own Hannah Logerfo a very happy 23rd birthday today!
Kevin Verga is back to cohost the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast this week alongside Rachel Malak! In this "Classic" Kevin episode, we return to fan-favorite segments like h.e.r.Reflections of the week, plus a few old-school deep cuts, like Love Update with Kev & Rach.
This week's topics include Halloween happiness, Election day implications, sporty girl realizations, and (of course) a significant nod to Nike Training Club's Alex Silver-Fagen. And stick around for Rachel's Hinge date anecdote that inspired some bonus Kevin Classic Tips!
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Happy Halloween! This week, we're celebrating with a podcast collaboration to FINALLY answer the age-old question: Does "A Cinderella Story" (2004) qualify as a Halloween film? To get to the bottom of it, Rachel sits down with 2000s cinema experts Christina and Mo from Movies That Raised Us, a podcast that breaks down all formative films of everyone's favorite decade. After a detailed synopsis of the film, the ladies break down Hilary Duff's impact, the AIM revolution, lessons on female empowerment, and more!
Movies That Raised Us is available wherever you listen to podcasts.
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This week, host Rachel Malak interviews BookTok sensation, Sarah Thompson! Though she’s relatively new to the TikTok scene, Sarah’s really put in the work, churning out relatable and thought-provoking content as a blogger (and podcaster!) for years.
After discussing Sarah’s start on TikTok, the ladies pivot to discussions about dating in Boston, romantic comedy rankings, and social media trends. Then, it’s time for book recommendations! Sarah gives us her list for Fall book recs and her definitive ALL-TIME favorites. Then, they wrap up with Swoon of the Week and h.e.r.Reflections. Can’t wait to hear what you think!
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The h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast is thrilled to welcome Claire Parker & Ashley Hamilton, hosts of the hugely successful pop culture podcast Celebrity Memoir Book Club. We talk about the origins of their show, their long-standing friendship, plus some of their favorite memoirs to date. Stick around for some inspiring memoir advice from the likes of Drew Barrymore and Travis Barker, and as always, we end with h.e.r.Reflections of the Week.
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As host Rachel Malak and guest co-host Kevin Verga prepare to return to Fordham University for 2021 homecoming festivities, they take some time to reflect. In the spirit of returning to traditions, Rachel and Kevin kick off the episode with a full round of h.e.r. Reflections AND Swoon of the Week. Then, Rachel gives some active.com homecoming trivia, before Kevin offers some thoughts on what it means to be returning back to Rose Hill. #gorams!
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Today, October 3rd, is Mean Girls Day! The day Aaron Samuels asks Cady Heron what day it is, and the world stood still.
In honor of everyone's favorite pop-culture holiday, host Rachel Malak sits down with BFF Allie Giordano to discuss Lindsay Lohan's career and legacy in two parts. First, the girls do a LiLo film run-through, noting which movies stuck with them most over the years. From Parent Trap to Freaky Friday, there's a lot to get into before we even hit the 2004 box office smash, Mean Girls. Part 2 consists of an interesting look into Lohan's downfall. The girls ask each other what the early 2000s media landscape has to do with with "girls gone wild" turned "girl's got multiple DUIs" depiction of Lindsay Lohan in the prime of her career.
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Extra Resources from this week's episode:
NYT: Jessica Bennett’s “Speaking of Britney … What About All Those Other Women? Monica Lewinsky. Janet Jackson. Lindsay Lohan. Whitney Houston. We are living in an era of reappraisals.” --> https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/27/style/britney-spears-documentary-jackson-celebrity-reappraisal.html
TWP: Jessica M. Goldstein's "‘Reading the story today makes me cringe’: Female stars and the media machine of the early 2000s" --> https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/britney-spears-lindsay-lohan-magazine-media-2000s/2021/03/02/46b4bf1c-76c5-11eb-9537-496158cc5fd9_story.html
Insider: Claudia Willen's "Reese Witherspoon says she would be in a 'totally different position' if tabloids treated her like Britney Spears or Lindsay Lohan in the 2000s" --> https://www.insider.com/reese-witherspoon-tabloid-coverage-britney-spears-lindsay-lohan-comments-2021-4
BuzzFeed: Spencer Althouse's "Which 'Mean Girls' Character Are You?" Quiz --> https://www.buzzfeed.com/spenceralthouse/which-mean-girls-character-are-you
We've got another Olympian guest this week: Helen Maroulis who won GOLD back in 2016 against all-time great, Saori Yoshida. Then, multiple concussions and a dark struggle with mental health put Maroulis's wrestling career on hold...or so they thought. Helen bounced back in time for the Tokyo games and medaled once more, against all odds. Hers is a story of perspective and perseverance, values she also applies to her charity work. Helen works closely with When We Band Together, a nonprofit organization that provides safe places for refugees to live and thrive. h.e.r.LIFE will be donating $1 per stream of this episode to WWBT, and if you’d like to donate on your own, you can do so at wwbt.org.
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The SWOON SERIES is back with "Olympic Swoon" Bracket contestant, Carlin Isles. Carlin's handsome Team U.S.A. headshot landed him a spot of Rachel's most recent Instagram bracket, and his prowess on the rugby pitch proves his dedication and tenacity: qualities we just love to celebrate on the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast.
Hear Carlin's reactions to the bracket (and how Rachel got #blocked by a fellow Olympian). Then, the Fastest Man in Rugby gives us an overview of his trying childhood and how he got involved in the sport. Keep listening for Carlin's first-hand Olympic experience and what he says is next for his brand.
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This week on the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast, Allie G returns to talk all things wedding gowns. After a brief history on bridal traditions (i.e. you probably don't know why we're actually wearing white to our weddings) thanks to JSTOR Daily's Summer Brennan, Rachel Malak picks Allie's brain on all the assumptions we have about weddings, and follows up with a Queen Victoria trendsetter moment. Then, the ladies chat about their respective mother's (very similar) wedding gowns before transitioning into the Vera Wang section of today's episode. Citing a a "Bride Wars" special feature from 2009, Rachel's got all the details on Vera's impact in the fin de siècle bridal industry. Rachel and her cohost of the week wrap by discussing their own dream dresses, gushing about what fun it is to fanaticize about that special day! We hope this episode prompts you to do the same. Happy listening!
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We're back! After a little summer break, host Rachel Malak has returned with an incredible first guest. Toni Breidinger is the first female Arab-American driver to ever participate in a NASCAR national series. Hers is the biggest social following in NASCAR, and she already has 19 United Auto Club wins, the most of any female in USAC history. Toni's been making waves lately with her unique story, with features on Ellen, Good Morning America (GMA3), and The Today Show...and now the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast!
Rachel puts the focus on sponsorships. How do they work? And how do new drivers like Toni go about establishing a brand within the NASCAR space? Tune in for these answers in more from the Fast & Fabulous, Toni Breidinger.
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Hello & welcome to Episode #75 of the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast. This week, returning guest and dear friend of the pod, KEVIN VERGA, joins host Rachel Malak to discuss the podcast he hosts and produces: "Devin and Kevin Stop Making Sense," a show breaking down Talking Heads songs from music theory to poetic interpretation. Kevin discusses his production process, his musical prowess, and his dynamics with his cohost.
Our main takeaways: Let your mind wander. Don't be embarrassed about your silly little podcast (or your passion-project equivalent). And ask yourself what fame means to you.
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This week, we're introducing the h.e.r.LIFE audience to the world of Devin & Kevin Stop Making Sense. D'Agostino & Verga are no strangers to the Blogcast, but now the roles are reversed as Rachel Malak and Emma Spoldi join the boys in their Zoom Room to talk about "Love --> Building On Fire" by Talking Heads.
Every week, Devin and Kevin analyze Talking Heads songs to explore uncharted realms of science, comedy, and music. Featuring nonsensical bits and made-up advertisements, you'll always leave thinking about the world...or how you think about the world...or polar bears? For more information on their show, email devkevsms@gmail.com. And be sure to join us next week, when h.e.r.LIFE's Rachel Malak and DKSMS's Kevin Verga discuss hosting, producing, editing, and more!
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On this week's episode, we're getting ready for the 2020 Olympic Games with three-time Olympian, Jordan Larson. This U.S. Women's Volleyball star is going for the gold, and she's using her stellar reputation to do it. She and host Rachel Malak discuss her volleyball legacy, what it's like representing America, her upcoming wedding, Nicholas Sparks hot takes, and much more. Of course, all of us here at h.e.r.LIFE are rooting for Jordan and her team as they make their way to Tokyo this week. Follow Jordan Larson on Instagram: @gov1007.
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Welcome back to another Allie G Special on the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast! This week, we're talkin' breakups.
Allie shares some personal experiences (and a voice memo from her personal archive) that highlight the beauty of vulnerability and human connection. She and Rachel talk celebrity breakups, societal pressure to be in a relationship, the stages of a breakup, and more. Highlights include Rachel's "Jepression" definition and Allie's Pillar Analogy.
**To any listeners who are struggling through a breakup right now:
Your pain is valid. And your vulnerability is beautiful. We love you, and we can't wait to see the beautiful building you repair. xoxo**
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Welcome to our second annual Fourth of July Special. Here at h.e.r.LIFE, we're continuing our Independence Day episode tradition of dating and relationships. This year, we're tackling first dates on the bar scene: tips for nerves, standout stories, "The Lock," and much more. Listen in as host Rachel Malak and fan-favorite guest (and dear friend!) Kay Kurkierewicz dish all the steamy details (...in 95-degree weather with no A/C). This labor of love is brought to you by public make-outs and acid-spottin' bartenders.
For kitten inquiries, find Kay on Instagram: @kaythedodo (https://www.instagram.com/kaythedodo/)
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Welcome to another Below Deck recap by h.e.r.LIFE! Hannah Logerfo and Rachel Malak reunite in the Zoom Room to discuss their binge-worthy Bravo TV obsession.
This week, we're talking all things Sailing Yacht: Colin's swoon-worthiness, Daisy's leadership, Glenn's charm, Gary's hair, Ali's likability, Natasha's fierceness, Dani's work ethic, Sydney's love triangle, and (of course) JL's new baby.
We wrap up with a fun game: build your dream/nightmare Below Deck Crew (and you can do by visiting this link!).
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Welcome to our second annual h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast Father’s Day Special! We’re continuing our tradition of celebrating hot dads of stage and screen this Sunday, and we’re so happy you’re here!
Host Rachel Malak kicks off the episode with h.e.r. Reflections of the week. She and Emma Spoldi talk farmers markets, old friendships, and living unapologetically. Next up: Father’s Day gift guides: ball support & badminton.
Then it’s time for Swoon of the Week - Hot Dads edition. From Dukagjin Lipa to Steve Martin, we’re really running the gamut on crush-worthy silver foxes. Finally, stick around for our closing “Honorable Mentions” segment: Hot dads whose kids you didn’t realize were so old.
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This week, host Rachel Malak is joined by life-long friend Karlie Lobitz to talk all about their epic Memorial Day celebrations in Miami, FL. They cover everything from outlining the itinerary, to budgeting the trip (shout out Splittr app!), to handling group dynamics, and much more! You can follow Karlie on Instagram at @karlie_lobitz. Be sure to tune in next week for our second annual FATHER'S DAY SPECIAL! As always, thank you for listening! Find us on Instagram @her.blog.life: https://www.instagram.com/her.blog.life/ Subscribe to Rachel’s YouTube channel for behind-the-scenes videos of recordings: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpvDljLIDd8mRegPxrGYqpA?view_as=subscriber Check out all our blog posts at https://herbloglife.online/
This week, the Sporty Girl Series continues with a legitimate WORLD CHAMP! Franchón Crews-Dezurn is the WBC and WBO titleholder at super middleweight, and she'll be fighting Elin Cederoos of Sweden for the IBF and WBA crowns to unify the title next week on June 19 on Triller Fight Club's card in Miami. We'll absolutely be tuning in!
In this on-the-go mini episode, host Rachel Malak sits down with The Heavy Hitting Diva to discuss women in sports, fashion as self-expression, the importance of performance prep, and of course, h.e.r. Reflections.
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Today, h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast host Rachel Malak sits down with Lupe Gonzalo and Natalia Naranjo (translator) of the Coalition of Immokalee Workers to discuss the Fair Food Program and the Wendy's fast food Boycott. First introduced to Rachel by a Fordham CMS class (Communication & The Food System with Prof. Garrett Broad), the topic at hand is workers' rights. Today, we learn about how the CIW has established a widely accepted program to protect vulnerable farm workers in Immokalee, Florida. ...widely accepted by everyone but Wendy's.
For more information about the CIW, visit https://ciw-online.org. And be sure to follow the CIW on Instagram @immokalee.workers.
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This week, former Swoon of the Week and Great British Baking Show fan-favorite Selasi Gbormittah joins host Rachel Malak in the Zoom room for a celebration of World Baking Day. He talks GBBO, social media influencing, career transitions and more! Then, the duo wraps up with a round of h.e.r. Reflections where Selasi dishes on health, community, exercise, and reading.
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This year, the h.e.r. ladies are highlighting unconventional mother figures and celebrating their representation in media with the MILM segment: Moms I'd Like to Mirror. Rachel Malak, Emma Spoldi, and Hannah Logerfo cover Dame Julie Andrews, Mrs. Incredible, Kala, and more!
Rachel gushes over Frankie Catania (Swoon of the Week); Hannah congratulates new mom Brenda Song, and Emma offers the Parent Trap Mother's Day tribute you didn't know you needed.
Of course, the ladies start off my with h.e.r. Reflections: happy about Class of 2020 graduation ceremony, energized about Kelly Ripa's manicure, and realizing the impact of old mementos.
Finally, to celebrate Mother's Day, the trio also reflects on the past year: what they've learned living with their moms again since March 2020.
As always, thank you for listening! And Happy Mother's Day!
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After signing a new lease on a one-bedroom in CT, Emma Spoldi joins Rachel Malak in the Zoom room for a h.e.r.LIFE breakdown of the apartment search: tips of subletting vs. renting, knowing when it's time, financing, and more!
Swoon of the Week takes a backseat to F/Marry/Kill this week: HGTV edition (we love a theme!). Was Chip the safe choice? Which Property Brother does it better? Does Tarek get a bad rap?
And of course, the ladies open the episode with h.e.r. Reflections of the week: vaccinated vacations, summer style, and pop culture frustrations.
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Nancy S. Torres is a mother, teacher, wife, meditation guide, author, and honorary h.e.r.LIFE Girl's Girl! This week, she sits down with host Rachel Malak for a Zoom conversation that's as heartwarming as it is empowering. Nancy discusses the transitions of her life with candid grace, offering advice and affirmations to help any twenty-something trying to find herself. They cover dating, journaling, sticky notes, classroom culture, and more (all with the high energy that h.e.r.LIFE listeners love so much!).
Nancy's new book Say It With Me (Dilo conmigo), set to release this Tuesday, April 27, is being published by Wheat Penny Press (wheatpennypress.com) and is part of their nonprofit initiative, Little Readers Big Change, which provides free books, mental wellness tools, and writing workshops for students in grades PreK-8, public libraries, and community organizations. Every book purchase will contribute to getting free resources to students in need. You can order your copy here: https://www.wheatpennypress.com/sayitwithme
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This week, friend of the show, Kay Kurkierewicz joins host Rachel Malak in the h.e.r.LIFE Zoom studio to celebrate Earth Day by reflecting on her first veganniversary. (Despite some technical difficulties with mics -- our apologies!,) the duo chatted about the environmental impacts of the meat and dairy industries, plus reflections on the social life of a vegan in 2021. Big thanks to Kay for being so open about her journey and for helping us understand and appreciate plant-based life a bit more. Happy Earth Day to all! Do us a favor, go meatless today!
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This week, we’re celebrating Kevin Verga’s 24th birthday with an episode dedicated to the man himself: everyone’s favorite returning guest (& honorary co-host).
After discussing lost loves, workout classes, and Coach Bennett in h.e.r. Reflections, the trio moves on to Swoon of the Week, where they dish on Gonzaga basketball, Coach Kyle Neptune, and Lili Trifilio of Beach Bunny fame.
Next, it’s time for Content Catchup. Hear about Human Growth and Development from Emma, plus some nuggets of wisdom courtesy of Patti Smith (brought to us by Kevin). Rachel wraps up with a discussion about niceness, inspired by a recent episode of The Cut podcast; then, it’s time for Kevin’s birthday horoscope. How do you know when it’s time to set a boundary? And what do you do to set that boundary? Hear all the fiery answers right here on the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast.
Thank you to Kevin Verga, Emma Spoldi, and Rachel Malak for contributing this week, and as always, thank you for listening!
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Happy Easter from the h.e.r.LIFE team! To celebrate, Rachel Malak sits down with Heidi Schlumpf, the National Catholic Reporter's executive editor, the talk about Liberal Catholicism in America. She talks historical context, integrity conflicts, Joe Biden and more—all while reminding us that there's no such thing as the "perfect" Catholic.
We hope this episode feels validating and inspiring, and we hope you'll share it with someone you love.
Read the full piece we referenced here: https://www.ncronline.org/news/opinion/ncr-connections/liberal-catholicism-weve-been-here-all-along
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This week, co-directors of Persist NEPA, Cait Caffrey and Sabrina Hannon, join host Rachel Malak for an Easter week "egg-stravaganza" to help us better understand reproductive justice and how we can contribute on a local level.
Listen for more information on the origins of the organization, activism vs. organizing, the implications of Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation on Roe v. Wade, and more.
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Welcome back to another episode of the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast with the full HER lineup! Hannah Logerfo, Emma Spoldi, and Rachel Malak are reunited once more in the Zoom room to bring you an episode full of favorites: h.e.r. Reflections, Swoon of the Week, Content Catchup, + a very special women's history month segment where each host highlights a favorite female historical figure.
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Welcome to our Daylight $avings Special! Host Rachel Malak looks to CFP & “Future Rich” podcast host, Barbara Ginty, for a little financial planning 101 specifically for recent graduates.
To budget or not to budget? What is a 401(k)? How important is it that I start building credit?
Barbara answers all these questions and more, empowering our listeners to take control of their financial futures.
Find more information about Barbara Ginty’s “Future Rich” podcast here: https://www.futurerichpodcast.com/
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I was so incredibly honored to be asked to speak at a Fordham Spire meeting this semester. Spire is a network of women supporting and empowering one another through service, seminar, and sisterhood. I came to share my perspective on post-grad, res life, podcasting, etc., and I've been smiling ever since! What a phenomenal group of young women, all with incredibly bright futures.
This episode features me as interviewee, rather than interviewer. I hope that it will help you get to know me a bit better and encourage you to share your stories with the women who inspire you. We all have so much to learn from each other. xxRachel
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We’re coming to you on the heels of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, joined by Chloe Cerino, MS, RDN, CDN who’s talking us through intuitive eating and a new approach to social media. Listen as hosts Rachel Malak and Emma Spoldi ask questions about everything from body image and the female athlete triad, to impacts of the pandemic in the nutrition field.
For more information about Chloe’s work, visit here webpage: https://www.chloecerinonutrition.com/. There, you’ll find downloadable resources and more details about her services. Also, be sure to follow her on Instagram @chloecerinord for regular reminders mixed right into your Instagram feed: https://www.instagram.com/chloecerinord/
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Welcome to our first installment of THE SWOON SERIES, where former "Swoon of the Week" features join Rachel for a chat on the blogcast.
This week, Josh "Bru" Brubaker (@bruontheradio) of TikTok fame joins host Rachel Malak in the Zoom room for a little radio shop talk. He dishes on how he hit his TikTok stride, how he got interested in radio, and what's next for his career.
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Welcome to another installment of online dating with Kay!
This week, host Rachel Malak catches up with friend of the show, Kay Kurkierewicz, for an update on Candle Man Cody: the Tinder match whose spark really ignited over the past few months.
The girls start off with h.e.r. Reflections (01:55).
Next, they feature Josh "Bru" Brubaker as their V-Day Swoon of the Week (10:21).
Then, Kay gives a Candle Man Cody relationship recap: how they got from swiping to exclusivity (22:55),
which leads to a conversation about online dating for Zillennials: the pros, the cons, and how we're witnessing a cultural shift (31:25).
Next, Kay weighs in on the age-old "right person or right time?" dating debate (36:36), followed by a discussion about how COVID enhanced her new relationship (44:22).
Rachel & Kay wrap things up with a mini discussion about what they learned being single (47:15).
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This week, h.e.r.LIFE is celebrating Super Bowl Sunday with a little splash of V-Day romance! Join host Rachel Malak and her co-host for the week, Allie Giordano, as they dish on the love stories of this Sunday's leading men: Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes.
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Welcome to the 50th episode of the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast.
Cohosts Rachel Malak & Emma Spoldi reminisce on the last 50 episodes of the show, noting the top ten standouts in the following categories: Swoon of the Week, Content Catch Up, B.A.B.s, Topics, and Highest Streams.
Thank you for being here -- here's to 50 more!
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This week, h.e.r.LIFE host Rachel Malak is joined by friend and fellow Fordham Ram, Jaden Vazquez.
Jaden is a linebacker on the Fordham Football team, who made headlines around this time last year after publicly coming out as bisexual on his Instagram page. This week, he talks to Rachel about acceptance, athletics, student leadership, and more.
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This week on the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast, Vic Munoz joins Rachel Malak in the Zoom studio to discuss her quarantine passion project: @slowmorningmindset.
The ladies discuss social media & wellness: how the two are no longer working against one another, and how we can use our Instagram feeds to hold ourselves accountable.
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Welcome to the h.e.r.LIFE New Year's Special, where Hannah Logerfo, Emma Spoldi, and Rachel Malak count down 21 of their favorite journaling prompts to ring in 2021.
Of course, the ladies open with all the regular segments: h.e.r. Reflections, Swoon of the Week, and Content Catchup.
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This week on the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast, Rachel Malak sits down with baking reality star Dana Commandatore to ring in the holiday season. The ladies talk The Great American Baking Show: Holiday Edition and everything you've ever wanted to know about behind-the-scenes life on set. Dana also dishes on her personal style, her career in advertising, and her relationship with Michael Broderick. They wrap up with a brief overview of Dana's advocacy work: how she encourages everyone to understand, accept, and respect the autistic community.
You can follow Dana on Instagram here: @danacommandatore
Thank you for listening. Happy Holidays! We'll see you on January 3rd for a new episode.
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Welcome to the h.e.r.LIFE December celebration catch all episode! Hannah, Emma, & Rachel are commemorating the whole holiday season, plus Rachel's 23rd birthday.
The girls start off with h.e.r. Reflections & Swoon of the Week. Then, they transition into the first annual "Holiday Hot Takes," where each host presents a controversial opinion on a holiday (or not-so-holiday) film.
After a Sag Season horoscope update, Emma & Hannah surprise Rachel with birthday wishes from her closest friends and loved ones.
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This week, Rachel welcomes the co-hosts of the new podcast Rebel's Advocate to talk about the workshopping and development of their weekly show. Kimona Dussard and Erinne Benedict are fresh to the podcasting scene, with lots of passion for social change. Hear their story: how their strong friendship roots the show's mission of education and community.
And of course, Rachel runs through some classic h.e.r. segments with Erinne & Kimona. Stick around for h.e.r.Reflections, Celebrity Dinner Party, Swoon of the Week, and more!
Follow Rebel's Advocate on Instagram @revelsadvocatepod to get weekly updates on new episodes, etc.
Big thanks to Kimona and Erinne for being such fun guests this week!
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Happy Thanksgiving! We're celebrating with an early episode release of our first ever Michael B. Thankful Special.
Rachel and Emma discuss the illustrious career and blooming legacy of Michael B. Jordan, People's Sexiest Man Alive 2020.
After h.e.r. Reflections (shopping small, dentistry, and more!) and a Content Catchup (Hulu's A Teacher, Netflix's' Rebecca, etc.), we jump into Michael B: his roles, his activism, and his accolades.
As always, thank you for listening! We'll see you Sunday, December 6th for another regularly scheduled episode.
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This week, the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast welcomes Alyssa Marsh, LA Current swimmer, high school teacher, and soon-to-be inspiration to us all.
Rachel and Alyssa talk election craziness, pandemic graduations, athletic careers -- plus a few classic h.e.r. segments.
We're wishing the LA Current best of luck in the International Swimming League finals this weekend, and we're wishing everyone listening a healthy and safe Thanksgiving.
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Welcome back to the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast! This week, we're celebrating Hannah's 22nd birthday.
The ladies run through all their regular segments, starting with h.e.r. Reflections, where Rachel complains about the nail salon, Hannah gushes about the return of The Mandalorian, and Emma asks the audience and the group: How does your work contribute to the bigger picture?
Next, it's time for Swoon of the Week! We've got Josh Duhamel, Dermot Mulroney, and everyone's favorite Gilmore guy, Jess.
Content Catchup launches discussions about The 100, The Voice, and a few recent music videos.
Then, Rachel reads a harrowing Scorpio horoscope for the month of November, and Hannah reflects on her 21st birthday in the Bronx.
As always, thank you for listening, and please join us in wishing Hannah a very happy 22nd birthday!
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Thursday, November 12th is National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day: a day all about nurturing yourself. The same way chicken soup makes you feel better when you’re sick (and the same way the Chicken Soup for the Soul books make you feel seen and represented in these positive narratives), this day is about celebrating ourselves AND the people who make us feel like our fullest selves.
Enter: Abigail Pratt.
Host Rachel Malak met Abigail as an Resident Assistant back at Fordham University. She and the New Zealand native were fast friends and their relationship has always made both parties feel warm and comforted: chicken soup for the soul.
Hear the pals catch up, chatting about everything from romance (Love Update) to the election (h.e.r. Reflections), and everything in between. Let Abigail's sweet voice soothe your soul after what has been the most stressful week in many of our lifetimes.
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Welcome back to Part 2 of our "Quintessential Fall Jams" series, where Rachel and Kevin are comparing Taylor Swift's "All Too Well" from the 2012 Red Album and The Strokes' "Someday" from 2001's "Is This It."
After setting some intentions for the month of November, Kevin gives a bit of background on The Strokes and the impact they had on the turn-of-the-century garage rock revival. He contextualizes the album release within the greater American culture of the early 2000s.
Near the end of the episode, Kevin introduces his concept of the "Entropy Fallacy," which he describes as an ever-increasing chaotic upswing (in the universe and in our personal lives). And it just might be what connects our two songs, even more than heartbreak or nostalgia.
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This week, Rachel Malak brings h.e.r.LIFE crowd favorite and go-to music analyst, Kevin Verga on the blogcast to compare and contrast "Quintessential Fall Jams."
Rachel and Kevin each present their picks and begin to unpack what makes them so quintessentially fall. Hint: nostalgia + hibernation = love & heartbreak
Before that, the duo reflect on their weeks during the h.e.r. Reflections segment. Hear about Rachel's running, Uncle Mike's book recommendations, and HBO's latest masterpiece.
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Welcome back to a very special episode of the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast. Allie Giordano joins Rachel Malak in the Zoom room to host a hypothetical celebrity dinner party. This game comes from the brilliant minds at Comments By Celebs, who explained & played the game in the premier episode of their podcast.
The theme of our dinner party, you ask? EMPOWERMENT.
Allie and Rachel each selected 5 female public figures to invite to the party. They take turns sharing their picks and explaining their choices. Listen to the girls gush on everyone from AOC to Elaine Welteroth.
We hope this episode empowers you to reach out to the people in your life who fill your soul: with joy, with love, with inspiration. Tell them about their impact. And trust that the good vibes you're sending out into the universe will make their way right back to you.
Also, VOTE!
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Welcome to a very special episode of the h.e.r.LIFE blogcast. The classic h.e.r. lineup (Hannah Logerfo, Emma Spoldi, & Rachel Malak) reunite in the Zoom room to celebrate Emma's 24th birthday. The trio revisits all the regular segments before diving into Emma's October 2020 horoscope: Retrograde is more than a Maggie Rogers jam.
During h.e.r. Reflections of the week, the girls talk biking, grad school interviews, and fall vibes. Main takeaway: "Access to your energy is a privilege" -@wetheurban on Instagram.
Next, in Swoon of the Week, they dish on Tom the airbnb Superhost, Justin Baldoni, and (of course) Austin Ames.
In Content Catchup, the girls discuss You've Got Mail, Jane the Virgin, plus...Emma's reading now!
Happiest Birthday wishes to our very own Emma Spoldi. May this year be filled with health, joy, and LOVE!
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Welcome back to another episode of the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast. This week, Rachel Malak and Emma Spoldi welcome a very special guest to the Zoom studio to discuss female empowerment in the workplace. Leadership coach (and Emma's mom!), Anne Spoldi offers career advice for every stage of your professional journey.
At the top of the episode, Emma and Rachel run through all the fan favorites: h.e.r. Reflections, Swoon of the Week, and Content Catchup. Highlights include: political activism, grad school decision making, gymnasts on YouTube, & Rachel’s Halloween costume dream.
We’ll see you next week for Episode 36: Emma’s Birthday Special!
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Welcome to another BRAVO episode of the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast. This week, Rachel Malak enlists the help of two of the biggest Real Housewives fans she knows: Maddie & Abby Rizzo.
The trio discusses Season 12 of The Real Housewives of New York in great detail, dishing on their favorite housewives, Tinsley’s mid-season departure, Bethenny Frankle’s unarguable power, Dorinda’s final episodes, Sonja’s plastic surgeon, and much much more.
They compare RHONY to other franchises, namely Beverly Hills and Potomac. The ladies mark their calendars for November 11th, when the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City will give us all renewed will to fight through this pandemic.
Rachel, Maddie, & Abby wrap up with a mini debrief on Below Deck Med. Main takeaways: Tom is the biggest a**hole Bravo TV’s ever seen.
As always, thank you for listening! Sending huge love to our guests this week, Maddie & Abby Rizzo. Thank you for sharing your passion and your talents. We can’t wait to have you back!
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Welcome back to another episode of the h.e.r.LIFE blogcast, hosted by Rachel Malak, featuring Kevin Verga.
This week, the duo discusses the Coming Of Age genre in media/literature, comparing it to their real-life bildungsromans.
Questions (that they asked, and that we encourage you to as yourself include):
- Have you seen Hulu's High Fidelity? And if not, why not??
- Can you witness your own coming of age?
- Can you come of age without experiencing love?
- Is what you like more important that what you are like?
- And much, much more!
It's always a pleasure to have Kevin in the virtual Zoom studio. Be sure to check out his podcast, Devin and Kevin Stop Making Sense, available anywhere you listen to podcasts.
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As always, thank you for listening!
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Hello & welcome to h.e.r.LIFE's strangest Blogcast episode to date.
For some reason, Rachel felt compelled to celebrate National Bald is Beautiful Day (September 13th), so she and Hannah each run through an extended version of Swoon of the Week: Bald Hottie edition.
Before that, Rachel and Hannah do a mid-season recap/run down of Below Deck Med, season 5. They talk favorite (and least favorite!) cast members, Tom & Malia relationship dynamics, and (of course) Bugsy's compulsive accessorizing.
They kick it all off with a fun round of h.e.r. Reflections, complete with Kardashian news, cookie recipes, and more!
Most importantly of all, we celebrate the 1 year anniversary of h.e.r.LIFE. Thank you for joining us! xoxo
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Welcome to the h.e.r.LIFE Labor Day Special!
We’re celebrating the unofficial end of summer with a happy hour recording, where Hannah, Emma, and Rachel run through all the regular segments:
- h.e.r. Reflections (02:06) -- Highlights include: Jojo Siwa news, a New Hampshire recap, Long Island girls tripping, and Kerry Washington’s words of wisdom.
- Swoon of the Week: Occupation Edition (18:15) -- Highlights include: Phil of the Dealy Hall Starbucks, validation by catcalls, and unparalleled swoon-worthiness of a man in uniform.
- Content Catchup (24:25) -- Highlights include: Ryan Murphy as genius & teacher, heartache by Hulu, and Aesha’s return to Below Deck Med.
At (32:17) we transition into September Intentions: listen in as the girls set goals and hold each other accountable.
By (34:17), it’s time for the main event! Rachel gives an overview of the h.e.r.LIFE take on Labor Day: recognizing the humanity and individuality of workers; then, each of the girls speak on her career and why it’s worthy of her time.
We round out the episode (47:15) with a quick/adapted round of Xs & Os: No white after Labor Day.
As always, thank you for listening!
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Welcome to the 30th Episode Special of the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast. To commemorate this milestone, we’re listing out 30 reasons to VOTE in the 2020 Presidential Election.
We are coming of age at such a pivotal time in American history; it’s important that we recognize that and acknowledge its significance by showing up at the ballot box.
An entire h.e.r.LIFE ensemble joins Rachel Malak, Emma Spoldi, and Hannah Logerfo for their 30th episode celebration, including Kevin Vera, Devin D’Agostino, Gianna Castellano, Laurel Dillon, Zach Lowry, Kay Kurkierewicz, Allie Giordano, and Brennan Sisco.
A few important reminders:
- Text “VOTE” to 56005 for election reminders.
- Check that you’re registered to vote at https://www.usa.gov/confirm-voter-registration.
- Research your local ballot at https://www.ballotready.org/.
- Demand that your friends and family register and vote so that we can actually make a change in November.
We have 64 days until the election; make them count. As always, thank you for listening.
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Welcome back to h.e.r.LIFE's body positivity mini series!
Brennan Sisco joins Rachel Malak once again -- along with Emma Spoldi and Hannah Logerfo -- for an extended deep dive into body image in quarantine, plus a discussion on body image in/around reality television.
We talk Kardashians, Jameela Jamil, Beverly Hills Housewives, and the list goes on!
For more, follow us on Instagram and subscribe on Youtube.
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https://thekit.ca/life/voices/body-image-issues-quarantine-madison-schill/
Listen in as Rachel tells the tale of a lost love, back when NYC was "the city that never sleeps," not "the epicenter of a pandemic."
October 22, 2019. Oh how we wish we could go back!
"To the French Horn Player at Phantom, Let’s Not Fight It"https://herbloglife.online/to-the-french-horn-player-at-phantom-lets-not-fight-it/
Welcome to h.e.r.LIFE's discussion of body image. This week, Fordham friend & proud killjoy, Brennan Sisco, joins Rachel on Zoom for the blogcast recording, and the ladies dive in.
After an intro from Bren, the girls run through h.e.r. Reflections: family time, KKW, and friend group energy.
Next, it's time for a little Content Catch-Up: Unsolved Mysteries, OJ25, and The Warmth of Other Suns (Isabel Wilkerson).
Our Amp it Up segment prefaces the body-image deep dive. Recommended Instagram accounts to follow include: @claraandherself and @werenotreallystrangers (Koreen Odiney).
At the close of the episode, Rachel details the Snapchat message that inspired this episode. Brennan offers a piece of her mom's advice that will stick with us all: "Confidence isn't walking into a room thinking you're better than everyone; it's walking in not having to compare yourself to anyone at all."
As always, thank you for listening!
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Listen in on a rundown of Rachel's weekend: the Midsummer Extravaganza, a Mystic wedding, and Sarah's 21st.
To read along, visit the blog here!
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Welcome to the first-ever blogcast installment of h.e.r.LIFE's "Sporty Girl Chronicles": a journey that started with Rachel's Sports Communication class at Fordham University (shout out Prof. John Cirillo!). Rachel's been documenting the various sporty events that has shaped her "freelance" PR career on the blog for months now, which leads us to this very moment: an interview with two high-power female leaders at the National Lacrosse League.
Jessica Berman, the league's Deputy Commissioner & Executive Vice President of Business Affairs, and Katie Lavin, Vice President of Marketing, join Rachel Malak in the virtual Zoom studio for a discussion about sports in the age of social distancing, female empowerment in a male-dominated industry, the importance of selecting your inner circle, and more! (24:00)
At the top of the episode, Emma and Rachel run through a rapid-fire round of h.e.r. Reflections. Shout outs for this week include: Devin & Kevin Stop Making Sense, Fridays with Ice, See The Thing Is, and Girls Gone Mute.
Next up, the ladies do a quick Swoon of the Week: Sporty Swoon edition. Then, they dive into a discussion on all current events in sports: the return of baseball, virtual fans at the NBA, WNBA's season dedication to Breonna Taylor and the Say Her Name Campaign, NWSL's expansion to LA, etc.
As always, thank you so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you (shout out to all our new NLL listeners! -- Happy you could join us!)
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This week's audio blog installment features two of Rachel's recent pieces.
The first is an interview with Jessica Berman and Katie Lavin of the National Lacrosse League, and the second is on the announcement of the NLL's expansion to Texas.
Be sure to tune in on Sunday (Aug. 9th) when the full interview with Berman and Lavin airs with Episode 27 of the h.e.r.LIFE Blogacst: "Did Someone Say...Sporty Girl?" Emma and Rachel will break down all the sports current events before a discussion of female empowerment!
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Introducing a brand-new kind of h.e.r.LIFE content!
Rachel's experimenting with an audio-book approach to blog posts, offering them to you guys in the same way you listen to the blogcast. We hope this gives more people access to all the facets of h.e.r.LIFE.
Please let us know what you think!
As always, we love you for listening. xx
Welcome to a rundown of Taylor Swift's discography!
Allie Giordano joins Rachel Malak in the virtual Zoom studio to trace the complicated (but always brilliant) evolution of T-Swift. After a round of h.e.r. Reflections, the ladies dive right in, discussing how Swift has progressed personally and professionally with each studio album ... and how they, as loyal fans, are just a few steps behind in terms of personal trajectory.
From the country darling singing about crushes and familial relationships, to the mega-star crafting artful lyrics that unite us all, Taylor Swift has something to teach us all. And we'll always be listening.
Thank you for joining us this week! See you next Sunday for our first-ever blogcast installment of The Sporty Girl Chronicles.
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In Part 2 of our Killjoy miniseries, Rachel, Emma, & Kevin get more candid than ever before on the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast.
Using Sara Ahmed as their Killjoy Guide, the group analyzes her Feminist Killjoy Manifesto and applies it to the #BlackLivesMatter movement.
After differentiating "killjoy" from "buzzkill," the trio discusses the parallelism between the RA (Resident Assistant) lifestyle and allyship. Drawing on personal experiences, the group considers how learned behaviors like empathetic listening and "being comfortable with the uncomfortable" can be productive means to kill the joy that needs to be killed in order to make productive change in our lives (and/or the lives of our loved ones).
Know that as a listener, YOU are now a participating killjoy. Simply engaging with this content makes that true. Welcome to the club. We're so happy to have you.
As always, thank you for listening.
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The Killjoy Conversation miniseries has been a long time in the making for us at the h.e.r.LIFE Blogcast. We wanted to do our part to speak extensively on the #BlackLivesMatter movement, so we took time to do research and come up with a unique angle from which to discuss our current historical moment.
In Part 1, Rachel, Emma, & Kevin (friend of the pod) focus on Killjoy content primarily. What have they been reading/watching/listening to with the intention of challenging beliefs and/or confronting biases?
Before that, however, the pals run through all the usual segments: Whatcha Drinkin?, h.e.r. Reflections, & Swoon of the Week.
Today's main takeaway: Social Justice is Sexy!
Thank you for listening. We urge you to continue to educate yourself; we all have so much power!
Find behind the scenes videos on Rachel Malak's YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram at @her.blog.life. Finally, for our blog posts, visit www.herbloglife.online.
Join us for a celebration of female empowerment! July 12th is Malala Day: a day to recognize the incredible work done by Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani activist who defied all odds to continue to advocate for girls' right to education.
Before we dive in, Hannah, Emma, and Rachel start off with a Jake From State Farm Update.
Then, the girls move into h.e.r. Reflections of the week: Han's a biker, Em shows off her "I voted" sticker, and Rach just wants an email back.
Next up: everyone's favorite! Swoon of the Week -- Zac Efron (sidebar: Ted Bundy?), Scott Eastwood, governor shoutouts, and @ichasemoore.
Then, it's time for a Content Catchup: Empowerment Edition. The ladies go crazy for Mulan, Beyonce, and more!
To round out the episode, Rachel gives an overview of the life and legacy of Malala Yousafzai. Her story is one that deserves to be celebrated! Thank you for joining us, and please consider donating to The Malala Fund if you have the means: https://www.malala.org/
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Welcome to our Fourth of July special! For this fun summer holiday, we’re talking pandemic dating rules: is ghosting ever allowed??
Emma & Rach start off with a quick celebratory round of “Whatcha Drinkin’?” -- Mystic memories & cider shoutouts.
Next comes a speed round of h.e.r. Reflections -- long weekends, NYC dreams, & Rachel’s blog statute of limitations.
Then, Rachel shouts out a great text club to find new Black authors (and bookstores!) to supplement your summer reading.
Text “HER” to 409-404-0403.
After that, the girls shout out some inspirational and educational Instagram accounts you should be following: @kerrywashington, @iceyoung23_, @elainewelteroth, & @spincoach01.
Then they get into it!
Listen in as Rachel (tries to!) justify breadcrumbing, Emma shames ghosts, and everyone does some "COVID Bros" Xs & Os.
The ladies dive into a step-by-step of building relationships by never leaving your house and only using your phone.
Come for the surprising dating statistics, stay for Emma’s anecdotes & advice!
Make it a great Fourth of July! As always, thanks for listening!
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Kay joins Rachel once again -- this time from the virtual Zoom studio -- to talk all things online dating!
First, Rach & Kay revisit Episode 2, giving a "where are they now?" on all the characters from that episode: Texas Tim, Bumble Bart, Herbert the dish-washing weirdo, and Arm Bite Guy.
Next, the ladies dish on their reflections of the week, culminating with Rachel's question to listeners: "Am I ... a homewrecker?"
Today's Swoon of the Week goes to both TikTok Ben (@ostrichplug) and NASCAR's Bubba Wallace.
Then, they talk Content Catchup: White Ally Edition.
Finally, Rach & Kay transition into the main event: "Do It For The Girls Who Can't!"
Rachel talks about a recent rendezvous in the Bronx, and Kay dishes on Candle Man Cody, her quarantine bae.
As always, thank you for listening! Catch bonus content on our YouTube channel!
And be sure to tune in next week. Kay will be back to talk quarantine dating etiquette!
Welcome to h.e.r.LIFE's first ever FATHER'S DAY SPECIAL.
First, Hannah, Emma, and Rachel run through what they're drinking for this celebratory episode. Then, they take us through their h.e.r. Reflections of the week (Happy, Excited, Realization).
Then, it's time for the main event: Swoon of the Week - Hot Dads Edition! Hear Hannah, Emma, & Rachel gush about everyone from Tony Danza to King Triton (?) - no, really.
Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there - sending lots of love from h.e.r.LIFE!
Welcome back for Part 2 of Rachel & Kevin's discussion on passion...which quickly turns into a discussion on productivity, love, art, and the creative process.
They start off with the classic truism: "Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life." What does that mean for our current moment?
Listen in for conundrum-yielding questions like "Can we choose what/who we love?" "How do you know when you're feeling passionate? And what do you do about it?" "Are we creating for ourselves or for others?" And the list goes on!
As always, thank you for listening. Follow us on Instagram @her.blog.life and find us on YouTube!
Rachel begins this episode with a brief statement on the #BlackLivesMatter movement; we all need to take on this mission wholeheartedly. Donate!
After what can only be considered a jarring shift in tone, Rachel and Kevin kick off previously-recorded Episode 18 of the blogcast. After a brief intro to his new podcast in production "Devin and Kevin Stop Making Sense" (08:23), Kevin transitions into his h.e.r. reflections of the week (10:50). Kev and Rach touch on everything from perspective in times of hardshipw & Clinton Hall reminiscing, to quarantine hairstyles & Instagram bio politics.
Next, Kevin requests his very own Swoon of the Week segment! At (24:52), Kev gushes about Camp Cope and the female Australian rocker of his dreams. Then, Rachel gives a rundown on the newest Bravoleb hottie on the block: Gavin Stewart of Camp Getaway.
Next up: this week's Content Catchup (37:12) - Harry Potter, Avatar: The Last Airbender ("greatest story ever told"), Portlandia, Community, hyper-specific Spotify playlists, & coming-of-age NYC-set novels.
Rachel and Kevin start to wrap up Part 1 at (44:27) with a discussion of Millennial vs. Gen Z. Are we all just terrified of repeating past generations' mistakes?
Then, at (50:19), Rachel gives a brief Love Update: is the pandemic turning us all into f***boys?
As always, thank you for listening! And be sure to tune in next week, when Kevin Verga is back to discuss all things PASSION!
Second time's the charm!
The ladies begin (03:08) comparing college graduation to high school graduation: were you feeling the same emotions? different emotions?
Next (05:38), how Hannah, Emma, & Rachel respectively celebrated their unconventional commencements.
Then (10:18), the girls take a look at Fordham in the rear view: what will be missed, and what ... won't be. Hear all about the crush-worthy hunks that inspire Rachel with their "delusional confidence," public safety officers who just won't give Emma a break, and Han offers a moment of silence for WAC Bingo.
At (20:03), the girls get into post-grad resolutions: what promises they're making themselves in order to continue being the best versions of themselves.
Next (25:56), h.e.r. talks visions of post-grad life. What is your symbolic "blue room"?
Finally, at (33:25) Rachel transitions into her review of #ENTRYLEVELBOSS: How to Get Any Job You Want, which leads us to our (drumroll please!) B.A.B. of the week: Alexa Shoen. This episode wraps up with a fabulous interview with Alexa herself! Get career advice AND feel inspired to act on it (trust us!).
As always, thanks for listening! xoxo
This week, we're celebrating May as Mental Health Awareness Month!
The ladies kick off the episode with a quick game of Xs & Ox: grocery story edition; hear the love saga of Rachel & Customer Service Chris.
Next, h.e.r. reflections lead to discussions of Taye Diggs, technology, and reopening America.
Then, this week's Content Catch Up culminates with a fantastic exercise courtesy of Elaine Welteroth's More Than Enough.
This leads the girls into some Instagram (@her.blog.life) submissions from you guys! We dive into mental health stressors that can affect us all.
Next, Emma & Rachel share their results from the Mental Health America Screening test before detailing what quarantine struggles have been most apparent thus far.
The girls also discuss their go-to destressors: what has helped them maintain wellness?
Finally, Han, Em, & Rach wrap up with mental health truisms that have stuck with them over the years.
This was such a wonderful episode to produce. We hope it's as helpful for you as it was for us. xoxo h.e.r
Congratulations to all the Classes of 2020!
This week's episode is all about celebrating this milestone in unconventional ways and reflecting on the personal growth that's happened over the course of the last 4 years.
After our weekly h.e.r. reflections, we return to Swoon of the Week at (12:52) - listen in as the girls giggle through their current crushes. They debate Hemsworths; they praise insurance agents, and they even nod to some hard-working gigolos.
Next up (12:42), Rachel kicks off this week's Content Catch-Up. She gives us the rundown on all the grad-related content that's been occupying her time lately -- and stirring up some strange emotions. This leads into a recent Girls Gotta Eat episode that was very well done and that relates to recent Title IX regulations/updates. Shout out to Emma Budd, who provided some great resources here!
- Hands Off Title IX Site
- RAINN National Hotline (24/7) 800.656.4673
- Fordham's C.A.R.E. Connect -- Text CARE to 718-817-2273
- National Women’s Law Center
Finally (36:13), inspired by Michelle Obama's Becoming Documentary (now available on Netflix!), the girls reveal what they are "becoming..."
Thank you for listening, and again, congrats to all graduates! Be SURE to tune in next week, when Alexa Shoen joins us to talk all about her brand-new book, #ENTRYLEVELBOSS.
Welcome to a very special episode of the h.e.r.LIFE blogcast: our first ever Mother’s Day special!
Rachel kicks off the episode with her mom, Missy Malak. After a quick round of h.e.r. reflections, Missy discusses the best advice she’s gotten from her mom and how her concept of womanhood has changed since she was Rachel's age.
At (19:11), Rachel transitions into listener submissions: what’s the best advice your mom ever gave you? Listen in as friends – Emma Spoldi, Laurel Dillon, Debra Chieco, Kylie Elwood, Danie Moynihan, Brennan Sisco, Kay Kurkierewicz, Hannah Logerfo, Karlie & Sharon Lobitz, and Sydney Kroll – talk about their mom’s best advice.
Wishing all the Mamas listening a very happy quarantined Mother’s Day! xoxo
This week, h.e.r.LIFE gets a little academic, and we’re not mad about it! Inspired by one of Rachel’s favorite senior year classes (Communication & The Food System, Prof. Garrett Broad), she and Emma tackle the social media habit and otherwise millennial phenomenon, “Phone Eats First.”
Rachel kicks it off with some trusty Urban Dictionary entries. What exactly does “phone eats first” mean and how is it used as present-day colloquialism? (01:20)
Next up, what does it mean to be a “foodie”? (03:19) The girls run through their respective cooking backgrounds, then Rachel transitions into social media in quarantine times: how are Insta stories and TikToks feature food in new and unique ways (05:43).
Next, did “Phone Eats First” start with editorial “food porn” in cookbooks and food magazines? (11:08) Thank you to Baumann & Johnston for this piece on “How to be a foodie.” And shoutout to Kristen Tomlan and her absolutely stunning cookie dough cookbook! Which brings Rachel to her next point: what do your cookbooks say about you? And is it that narrative the same as the one told by your Instagram feed?
At (15:32), the girls reminisce about a time before Coronavirus, when they were free to brunch and Snap to their hearts’ content. Carroll Place has never been so sorely missed. Emma narrates the excited/embarrassed moment when the food arrives, and everyone instinctively reaches for their phones (especially when you order based solely on aesthetics). But, does context matter for this social media habit? And how much is based on Insta-gratification?
This leads Rachel to Madeline Basirico’s study on the Phone Eats First phenomenon (18:36). Food, she says, is an easy way to form connections and interact socially. Rachel’s question for listeners: would you phone-eats-first on a first date?
Now, the ladies transition into what truly is the heart of the episode: are we just bragging? (20:31) Are food pics the ultimate conspicuous consumption? How wild that Veblen’s 1899 work aligns so perfectly with our digital age?!
At (24:26), Rachel leads a historical tracing of food as a status symbol. From the first sedentary lifestyles, to the 1950s housewife, not much has changed when it comes to food culture and performativity.
Then, Food As Fuel: does social media help us or hurt us in terms of how we think about nutrition? (30:58) Are there new Instagram trends developing through modern food accounts? Thank you, Amanda Mull for your source on this, and quick shoutout to Cat's Clean Kitchen page!
By (39:50), Rachel circles back to Basirico and asks, do we really think food photos on Insta paint an accurate picture? Rachel reveals an embarrassing (and deeply troubling) anecdote about her summer in the city. What does a $19 glass of wine on the Empire Hotel rooftop say about you??
Rach & Em leave you with this: by all means, let your phone eat first if that’s what brings you joy! Don’t let anybody shame your social media habits. That said, it never hurts to reflect on why we do the things we do.
As always, thank you so much for listening! xoxo
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Welcome to part 2 of our DTZ (down to Zoom) episode with Sara Brown. The ladies dive right into their topic of group Hinge dating via Zoom.
First (02:16), Sara gives us a rundown (pun very much intended) of her neighborhood hottie.
Then (06:40), Emma kicks off a discussion about the best ways to maintain Hinge conversations after that initial match.
At (08:43), the ladies discuss Hinge’s brilliant “Date from Home” selection feature. Hear as Sara makes her first home match LIVE on air!
Sara gives us a tour of her Hinge profile at (12:04), running through her photos and prompts, and telling the others what gets the most traffic from Hinge guys.
Finally, at (15:05), the h.e.r. team gets into it: Group dates on Zoom! The girls discuss how the idea came about, then (16:39) they give the play-by-plays of a few standout dates thus far. At (18:06), guys from those dates weigh in with their rankings of the experience. You don’t want to miss what they have to say!
At (24:52), it’s time for … wait for it … the Long Island Boys. Describing this dynamic was one of the hardest things tackled on the blogcast thus far. As Rachel put it, “the fever dream continues!”
Before they wrap up, the ladies play a round of Xs & Os: Snapchat Boy Edition. Listen in as they discuss dealbreakers and dealmakers on everyone’s favorite app.
To end it all, Sara Brown pitches her idea for what’s sure to be an instant success: The Zoom Crush Party. Who would you invite??
This week, Sara Brown joins h.e.r. for a two-part episode to talk all about the group Hinge dates that are becoming all the rage!
To start, Rachel kicks of h.e.r. reflections with the story of how Kelly Ripa got a hold of her final paper (03:36). Then, Emma will walk us through the Too(t)sie Slide (08:44).
At (16:11), Rachel responds to a blogcast critique she received via Hinge. Glad to know we're getting constructive criticism!
Next, the ladies dive into this week's Content Catch Up (16:11), hitting everything from Kim Kardashian West: The Justice Project, to RHOBH, to Girls Gotta Eat.
A brand new segment pops up at (33:55): Swoon of the Week! Who will they pick??
Be sure to tune in next week, when the girls really get into the group Hinge profile and weekly Zoom group dates. It's sure to be a wild discussion!
As always, thank you for listening!
Welcome back to the second installment of "Things We Come Back To" featuring h.e.r.LIFE favorites, Kevin Verga & Devin D'Agostino.
This episode really does feel like a conversation these three would have over cookies & coffee in the good old Fordham cafeteria. We hope you enjoy - but most importantly, we hope you have friends like these with whom you can have wild conversations like these.
The trio kicks of the episode (oddly enough) with an improv experiment that's just so weird it's (kind of) funny.
At (04:29) Rachel dives in with an introduction to the "Things We Come Back To" concept. With Dev & Kev, she discusses Derek Thompson's Piece in The Atlanticand the reasons for reconsumption: habits, addictions, rituals, and status quo biases (06:06). Before long, Dev & Kev are back to Stop Making Sense: their go-to rewatch example. Other references here include J.D. Salinger novels, Taylor Swift reputation Stadium Tour Concert, etc.
At (11:57), Rachel transitions to movies -- what films can you just not get enough of? Devin seamlessly transitions to a (good?) Reese Witherspoon joke that ultimately leads to the story of the Pug Mask.
At (16:23), Devin discusses his evolved reactions to Colin Farrell classic, In Bruges, comparing that kind of rewatch to his feelings about One Hundred Years of Solitude and magical realism.
By (20:23), Rachel (finally!) dives in to her obsession with The People v. O.J. Simpson. What does it mean when we don't even know why we reconsume something?
This leads to Devin's discussion of association at (23:06), how certain pieces of content (Nick Cave's Jubilee, for example) constantly evolve with us AND to us. Kevin offers a generational approach to the same topic. Ah, music! What a powerful thing.
A super interesting conversation for this episode pops up at (25:04): sharing your rewatch-content with loved ones. What happens if/when they don't feel the same way? There's so much vulnerability wrapped up in the things we come back to - but that's the beauty of it, people!
At (28:00), what content is forever linked to a specific moment, like senior year of college, for example?
The trio circles back to Thompson's article at (32:38) to talk about a study by Russell and Levy, who researched the meaning of reconsumption: The Simple Reason, The Nostalgic Reason, The Therapeutic Reason, and The Existential Reason.
Kevin takes us home at (38:36) with an interesting discussion about reconsuming old content that no longer aligns with our cultural standards. What do we do with some of these '60s songs, for example, in a post-#MeToo era?
As always, thank you for listening! All the best to you & Happy Easter!
This episode is perfect for quarantining! Great friends Devin D’Agostino and Kevin Verga join Rachel (remotely, but enthusiastically) to discuss content in the age of corona.
Next week, we’ll dive into rewatching habits – why we revisit content we know and love.
Shoutouts of this episode include (but are not limited to)…
(00:48) Raj (and his h.e.r.LIFE Blog blog)
(01:24) Kurt Russel and the D’Agostino bunker
(02:34) Henry Zink, bedazzled pepper spray, and freshman year introductions
(04:05) Mr. Dag & Teach for America
(07:02) Julie Hutsko and epic Zoom game nights
(10:37) Kevin’s friends’ Call of Duty giggles
(13:17) Rachel’s LinkedIn - rewarding myself with WILDFOX (thanks, Miranda Priestly and the Fordham English Department)
(17:32) Green Day: the voice of a generation (are we all American Idiots?)
(19:22) Conor O’Brien’s Virtual 10K Fundraiser (https://www.gofundme.com/f/quarantine-10k-run?pc=fb_co_campmgmt_w&rcid=r01-158553077638-3103cfc0e25a41c5&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p_lico%2Bshare-sheet&fbclid=IwAR2XkfHxRZ9Rp4Eyem8z-X9AuOj4z0vZFF7H2o-oa4vUZHcgXfIF0auL2a0)
(22:49) Rachel, Dev, & Kev do their weekly Content Catch Up, talking about which shows, movies, and books are keeping them entertained amid social distancing. Highlights include Tinsley Mortimer’s mug shot coaster, Devin’s bartending efforts, The Kite Runner vs. Maze Runner vs. Blade Runner.
(31:40) Here’s where Rach and the gang get into Stop Making Sense, the preview piece of content that will drive their discussion about our tendencies to rewatch.
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This week, the girls reflect on the 6 month anniversary of h.e.r.LIFE!
Rachel, Emma, & Hannah start off with h.e.r. reflections. Then, (13:16) they get into the most binge-worthy content of corona season - All American, Miss Americana, Shahs of Sunset, and much, much more! At the heart of the episode, the ladies revisit blog posts from h.e.r.LIFE's past (39:00). Each of the girls reflects of her personal growth over the last 6 months (and how good friends make all the good memories that much sweeter!). They round out the episode with a round of everyone's favorite: Xs & Os (01:00:35).
Thank you for listening! Stay safe and healthy! xoxo
Rachel's on a mission to uncover the silver lining of the COVID-19 quarantine. She talks to dear friends about positive reflections to be made during this unexpected downtime.
h.e.r.LIFE's own Emma Spodi starts us off (03:31), followed by Hannah Logerfo (10:13).
Next up, Devin D'Agostino makes his blogcast debut (15:53).
Kay Kurkierewicz (finally!) returns to h.e.r.LIFE with a beautiful reflection (17:35).
After that, Allie Giordano hits the mic, talking about the importance of soaking it all in (20:35).
Everyone's favorite kiwi, Abigail Pratt, shares some insight as well (25:29).
Next, Laurel Dillon gives a little Fordham love (27:11).
We wrap up with another H.E.R.K. installment with Kevin Verga (28:57).
Thank you so much for listening. I hope this brings a little joy into an otherwise strange and unsettling time. Until next time...xoxo!
Kevin Verga -- former Fordham University RA and current 90.7 WFUV employee -- joins Rachel on the couch for a quick little existential crisis.
Rachel & Kevin start out with intros and h.e.r. reflections of the week. At 08:42, Rachel tells a real-life story a la Modern Love about a Bumble match of semesters past and the random Brooklyn meet cute.
At 16:02, Rachel gets Kevin's take on the coronavirus panic that's sweeping the nation. Are we worried? Is it all just hype?
Finally, at 18:17, Rachel and Kevin dive into the intersections of music (fandom and performing) and authenticity.
At 24:12, Kevin describes a moment of intense authenticity, and he and Rachel discuss what it means to be 100% yourself, even when/if you're performing.
By 26:23, they get into performer/comedian, Bo Burnham and his take on the day-to-day performances we're all always putting on.
Rachel and Kevin also represent opposite ends of the social media spectrum, which they discuss here (27:47).
34:16 brings conversation about the job market - what does it mean to present your authentic self to an employer? And how does that change (if at all) once you're in the daily grind of the professional world?
Rachel and Kevin end with their respective game plans for authenticity going forward. Go out there and live for YOU!
As always, thanks for listening!
Jadeworm's "Another Thing"
LaMa's "Views of an Ex" Podcast
Gianna Castellano joins Rachel on the couch to discuss the role of religion in college life.
The ladies start off the episode with some introductions and our h.e.r. reflections (happy, excited, realization).
Then at minute 14, they dive into Fordham campus culture.
At 19:15, Rachel introduces a brand new segment: Xs & Os (Church Boy Edition).
Minute 25 kicks off some Ash Wednesday anecdotes from the ladies (St. Patrick's Cathedral, puking at mass, etc.).
At minute 30, they chat about the Catholic comfort zone (and whether or not it's limiting to the coming-of-age experience).
By 33:09, the ladies discuss the dichotomies of weekend campus culture: partying & praying beside the same people every weekend.
33:10 brings the long-awaited hookup culture discussion: how sex and relationships can be/are filtered through a religious lens.
At minute 43, the girls dive into their NYC environment and the liberal bias of certain academic programs, particularly for our demographic.
Finally, before wrapping up, Rach & G recite some prayers (totally unplanned) and discuss Christian selflessness versus college-life self-care (45:50).
As always, thanks for listening to the Blogcast!
In this episode, Rachel's Sporty Girl Chronicles continue with the 2nd annual NBA 2K draft event in Manhattan. Hear all about Rachel's celebrity flirtations and career revelations. xoxo
Rachel gives the run down on her experience at an advanced press screening of the new Ben Affleck sports drama, "The Way Back." The screening was followed by a mental health panel discussion and Q&A with Dwight Gooden and Prim Siripipat.
Kay Kurkierewicz joins Rachel to discuss all things online dating!
At minute 8, the ladies discuss Tinder's new safety feature.
Then, we share our tips and tricks for profiles - what photos, bio, etc. to use!
At minute 17, Kay tells the story of her first Bumble date, followed by a true Tinder horror story at minute 25.
Then, are all boys the same? Kay and Rach discuss the similarities in guys profiles at minute 49.
At 1 hour, we discuss snap vs. text after tinder.
And finally, we wrap up talking about the algorithms of hottness at play.
In episode 1, Hannah and Rachel discuss all things Below Deck Med (Season 4). If you're passionate about Travis's nose ring or Jack's sick flow, this is the episode for you! -- and if you're unfamiliar, let us acquaint you! At the very least, you'll hear the best insult ever uttered on Bravo TV.
The girls finish with BAB of the week: Captain Sandy Yawn.
Welcome to our blogcast! Check out our intro episode to hear Hannah, Emma, and Rachel introduce the world to h.e.r.LIFE: a lifestyle blog for the transitional.