Girls Gotta Eat

We're talking with Eric Klinenberg, sociologist and author (and co-author of Modern Romance with Aziz Ansari), about the rise of living alone, why women aren't settling for long-term partners, and what life looks like when you're happily unmarried. But we're also discussing relationships -- how we choose partners (are we doing it wrong?) and what we expect from our partners (is it realistic?). Plus, we review Normal People and bring back That Took a Turn. We are also addressing race and our country's current state of affairs.  Check out Eric's website with all his books and info, and follow him on Twitter @EricKlinenberg. Follow us on Instagram @GirlsGottaEatPodcast, Ashley @AshHess, and Rayna @Rayna.Greenberg. Check our website for tour dates and merchandise. Thank you to our partners for this episode: FitBod: Get one free month when you sign up at fitbod.me/gge. Postmates: Download the free app and use code GGE for $110 of delivery credit for your first 7 days.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We started the year with Fuck More Cry Less and while it still applies, we're throwing a new one your way: Less Hating, More Fellating. We're joined by comedian Nicole Byer to chat about dates gone wrong, blowjob and 69 tips, body positivity, haters, and more. We're also discussing the Call Her Daddy controversy, our latest sexual fantasies (including outfit details), updates on Ashley's bush and Rayna's porn watching habits, and listener submissions of the first thing you all are doing out of quarantine. We hope you enjoy! Follow Nicole @NicoleByer and check her website for more info. Follow us @GirlsGottaEatPodcast, Ashley @AshHess, and Rayna @Rayna.Greenberg. Check our website for tour dates and merchandise. Thank you to our partners for this episode: Barefoot Wines: Find #BarefootHardSeltzer at your local retailer or get it delivered by your favorite delivery app. HelloFresh: Get $60 off your first month of HelloFresh meals + free shipping on your first box at hellofresh.com/gge60 code GGE60. LiquidIV: Get 25% off at LiquidIV.com with code GGE25 at checkout. Buffy: For $20 off all Buffy bedding, visit buffy.co and enter promo code GGE.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yes, we're diving into the infamous, most confusing, frustrating, grayest area of a relationship: Taking a break. We discuss if/when  it's a good idea, setting boundaries, managing expectations, how to act on the receiving end of the "I just need some space" statement, how it can make or break a long-term relationship, the type of guy to stop taking breaks with, and more. We're also catching up on Rayna's new crushes-from-afar and Ashley's mice/vibrator drama, and bringing back one of our favorite segments...Fuck My Phone. Enjoy! Follow us on Instagram @GirlsGottaEatPodcast, Rayna @Rayna.Greenberg, and Ashley @AshHess. Check our website for tour dates and merchandise. Thank you to our partners for this episode: Nutrafol: Get 20% off at nutrafol.com with code GGE. Daily Harvest: Get $25 off your first box at dailyharvest.com with code GGE. Billie: Go to mybillie.com/gge to get your starter kit for $9 + free shipping.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are discussing sexual assault on this episode with Brittany Piper -- survivor, speaker, healing coach, and sexual violence expert. (*Trigger warning* for those who are sensitive to this topic.) Brittany shares her story and healing process, and educates us on the body and brain function during and after an assault. We cover consent, reporting (and not reporting) an assault, dating as a survivor, talking to your partner about your past, precautions, and more. Prior to the interview, we catch up on lighter topics like Rayna's nude confession, Ashley's tequila week, and of course, tv and movie recs. We hope you find this episode impactful, and sending love to all survivors of sexual assault. Follow Brittany on Instagram @TheBrittPiper and learn more on her website. Follow us @GirlsGottaEatPodcast, Ashley @AshHess, and Rayna @Rayna.Greenberg. Check our website for tour dates and merchandise. Thank you to our partners for this episode: Thrive Market: Get up to $20 in shopping credit toward your first order when you join today at thrivemarket.com/gge. The Pill Club: Go to thepillclub.com/gge to get your first birth control care package. Ritual: Get 10% off during your first 3 months at ritual.com/gge. Buffy: For $20 off all Buffy bedding, visit buffy.co and enter code GGE.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is it hot in here or is that just this episode? We are so excited to share our talk with Dr. Emily Morse of Sex with Emily about how to have hotter sex starting now (or your next post-pandemic opportunity). We cover taking control of your sex life, figuring out what you want in bed, how to spice it up with your partner in quarantine, tips for phone and video sex, managing a low sex drive/lack of desire, techniques for better oral, and more. We also catch up on ANOTHER of Rayna's exes resurfacing, which stage of the pandemic we're currently in (hint: citrus fruit), and Ashley's latest celeb crush (with a movie review, of course). Hope you enjoy! Follow Emily on Instagram @SexWithEmily and check out her podcast Sex With Emily. Follow us @GirlsGottaEatPodcast, Ashley @AshHess, and Rayna @Rayna.Greenberg. Check our website for tour dates and merchandise. Thank you to our partners for this episode: Everlane: Go to everlane.com/gge for a personalized collection + free shipping. FabFitFun: Use coupon code GGE for $10 off your first box at fabfitfun.com. Feals: Become a member at feals.com/gge and you'll get 50% off your first order + free shipping. Postmates: Download the free app and use code GGE for $110 of delivery credit for your first 7 days.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have a legend on deck -- author/comedian Greg Behrendt, the man responsible for "He's Just Not That Into You", both the book and the famous Sex and the City quote (he worked on the iconic show for six years). We discuss the book and go deeper on other dating-related and life topics like falling out of love with a partner, why some people accept so little in relationships, the first step to getting over someone, how to stop taking bullshit from fuckers (including yourself), and more. And of course we had to ask him our burning questions about SATC and his feelings on the movie adaptation of his book. We also catch up on one of Rayna's exes resurfacing, the show Ashley can no longer watch in her parents' house, and we turn the tables on our topic with listeners answering "I knew I wasn't into him when....". Enjoy! Follow Greg on Instagram @ItsGreggers and check out his podcast Don't Take Bullsh*t From F*ckers. Follow us @GirlsGottaEatPodcast, Ashley @AshHess, and Rayna @Rayna.Greenberg. Check our website for tour dates and merchandise. Thank you to our partners for this episode: Billie: Get your $9 starter kit + free shipping at mybillie.com/gge. LiquidIV: Get 25% off at liquidiv.com with code GGE at checkout. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is our Fight Song (episode) and we're talking about how to manage conflict in relationships, from minor triggers with someone you just started dating to big blowouts with your long-term partner. We cover how to rein in passive aggression and assumptions, keys to healthier discussions, approaches for confrontation, alcohol as a factor, being proactive to avoid future fights, and more. We also discuss the Stages of the Pandemic people are going through (why is everyone naked??), give our long-awaited review of He's Just Not That Into You, AND bring back Psycho or Power Move. We hope you enjoy! Follow us on Instagram @GirlsGottaEatPodcast, Rayna @Rayna.Greenberg, and Ashley @AshHess. Check our website for tour dates and merchandise. Thank you to our partners for this episode: Nutrafol: Get 20% off at nutrafol.com with code GGE.  Daily Harvest: Get $25 off your first box at dailyharvest.com, code GGE. Article: Get $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more at article.com/gge. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're getting in our feelings today, fam. Awareness coach and Gestalt therapist Adela Raffa joins us to discuss all the things we're going through right now -- loneliness, anxiety, helplessness, lethargy, even "surprisingly ok" -- and how to cope. We cover communication with a partner (both in quarantine and long-distance) as well as friends and family, anger management, handling grief, and more. We're also sharing the hilarious ways our listeners are "self-caring" and serving up some fire book recommendations and outdated movie reviews. We hope you enjoy! Follow Adela on Instagram @AdelaRaffa and visit her website for more information. Follow us @GirlsGottaEatPodcast, Rayna @Rayna.Greenberg, and Ashley @AshHess. Check our website for merchandise and tour dates. Thank you to our partners for this episode: The Pill Club: Go to thepillclub.com/gge to get your first birth control care package. Buffy: For $20 off all Buffy bedding, visit buffy.co promo code GGE. Ritual: Get 10% off your first 3 months at ritual.com/gge. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How about a great love story to brighten our souls in these dark days, huh? We're excited to be joined by one of our favorite, been-following-for-years #CoupleGoals -- Arielle Vandenberg and Matt Cutshall. They share how they went from best friends to fiancés, what it's like to work with your partner, why they rarely fight (but also a fight they had recently), tips for couples (and everyone) for staying sane during this time, and more. We're also sharing the funniest/most ridiculous fights our listeners have had with their significant others while being quarantined, and catching up on our latest masturbation mishaps. We hope you enjoy and stay safe! Follow Arielle on Instagram @Arielle and Matt @MattCutshall, and check out their podcast Riled Up. Follow us @GirlsGottEatPodcast, Rayna @Rayna.Greenberg, and Ashley @AshHess. Check our website for tour dates and merchandise. Thank you to our partners for this episode: Everlane: Go to everlane.com/gge for a personalized collection + free shipping on your first order. Helix: Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/gge. Aurate: Visit AurateNewYork.com/gge and use code GGE for 15% off your first purchase. Postmates: Download the free app and use code GGE for $100 of free delivery credit in your first 7 days.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We finally have our long-awaited guest from Netflix's Love Is Blind -- Kelly Chase! We chat with her about how she got on the show, what it was like to date someone she couldn't see, her decisions regarding sex, and what really went down with her and Kenny after filming ended (you might be surprised!). We're also discussing non-show topics like orgasms (and lack thereof), sexual manifestation, and more. AND we're introducing another hilarious pandemic-related segment about the depths of the Internet we've all reached during quarantine. Enjoy and stay the f*ck home! Follow Kelly on Instagram @ChaseLifeWithKelly. Follow us @GirlsGottaEatPodcast, Rayna @Rayna.Greenberg, and Ashley @AshHess. Check our website for tour dates and merchandise. Thank you to our partners for this episode: The Pill Club: Go to thepillclub.com/gge to get your first birth control care package. Billie: Go now to save 10% off your first razor at mybillie.com/gge. LiquidIV: Get 25% off at liquidiv.com with code GGE. Native: Get 20% off your first purchase at nativedeodorant.com/gge.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.