In this week’s episode, KT and Liz catch up on life — from resetting routines and surviving daylight savings to Liz finally getting her diploma and sharing a job update. They dive into their current favs and break down a chaotic race weekend in TGL Sports Corner. Then get real about overcoming insecurities — talking body image, self-confidence, personality doubts, and learning to show up as their true selves. It’s a cozy mix of laughter, honesty, and real talk you won’t want to miss.
00:00 - intro + life updates
04:58 - favorites of the week
07:56 - tgl sports corner (Brazil GP)
18:30 - what we are watching (Maxton Hall, I Know What You Did Last Summer, Severance, Nobody Wants this s2, DWTS)
27:11 - song of the week
28:04 - overcoming our insecurities
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 075
In this episode, the girls are mourning the loss of the iconic shows that ended way too soon. From The Society to Julie and the Phantoms, Anne with an E, and Grand Army, KT and Liz take a nostalgic trip through the golden age of teen TV and wonder why all the best series get cancelled. Plus, KT debuts new hair, Liz feels her Chicago energy again, and the TGL Sports Corner returns with F1 updates, engagement news, and a heated points battle. Grab your popcorn and join the girls as they reminisce, rant, and pay tribute to the shows that deserved better.
00:00 - intro + life updates
10:36 - tgl sports corner (F1 Fantasy Updates & Charles and Alexandra’s Engagement!!!)
14:59 - rip to real television
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 074
Get cozy (and maybe keep a light on) because this week on The Girls Lounge, we’re diving into chilling Reddit stories—some paranormal, some a little too real. Before the scares begin, we catch up on our fall hangout at the pumpkin patch, break down all the action from the Mexico GP in Sports Corner, and share our thoughts on the Love Is Blind Season 9 finale and Dancing with the Stars. We wrap it all up with our favorite spooky Halloween songs of the week. It’s the perfect mix of cozy fall vibes and creepy late-night chills!
00:00 - intro + life updates
05:09 - favorites of the week
07:40 - tgl sports corner (Mexico GP)
18:20 - what we are watching (LIB finale and DWTS)
42:37 - song of the week
43:22 - spooky stories to listen to in the dark
https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1oeciz4/my_haunted_childhood/
https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1jv5uqa/i_have_an_insane_paranormal_story_ive_held_on_to/
https://www.reddit.com/r/TrueScaryStories/comments/1iiu2hj/a_man_watched_me_as_i_slept/
https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1i4r4pr/la_llorona_the_wailingweeping_woman/
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcastepisode
073
The Girls Lounge dives deep into the conspiracy theories that actually keep them up at night. From the mysterious existence of mermaids and deep-sea “swimmers” to Appalachian cryptids like Mothman and Bigfoot, KT and Liz explore the legends that blur the line between folklore and fact. Then, they unpack the Mandela Effect — is it collective false memory or proof we’re living in a simulation run by the government? Plus, weekly faves, chaotic grad school updates, fall talk, and a TGL Sports recap (with major racing drama 👀). Tune in for laughs, lore, and late-night overthinking.
00:00 - intro + life updates
05:41 - favorites of the week
07:17 - tgl sports corner (Austin Grand Prix Recap)
22:25 - what we are watching (Stranger Things S4, LIB S9 EPI 10-11)
51:04 - song of the week
51:54 - conspiracy theories that keep us up at night
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 072
In our first-ever book club episode, we’re diving deep into Everything I Know About Love by Dolly Alderton—chatting about the moments that resonated, what we loved, and why this book hit home. Before that, we catch up with some quick life updates, share our weekly faves, and get into everything from TGL sports corner to AI Jake Paul and Life of a Showgirl Pt. 2. We’re also talking recent watches and our song of the week. It’s a packed episode full of heart, laughs, and some real talk.
00:00 - intro + life updates
04:41 - favorites of the week
06:00 - tgl sports corner
06:55 - pop culture chat (AI jake paul and life of showgirl pt 2 thoughts)
11:48 - what we are watching
30:04 - song of the week 31:03 - book club
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 071
In this episode of The Girls Lounge, KT and Liz go back in time and tap into their sports girl lore. The girls are reliving their funny and slightly traumarizing athlete eras. Between middle school tryouts, teammate drama, and messy southern mothers, the girls unpack the highs and lows of their sport days. KT also shares her excitement for October and Liz dives into new hobbies in the kitchen. The girls also talk about all things pop culture (Taylor’s new album and DWTS eliminations). This episode is equal parts nostalgia, comedy, and self-reflection on the sports that shaped them.
00:00 - intro + life updates
04:31 - favorites of the week
08:08 - tgl sports corner (Singapore Grand Prix Recap)
21:22 - pop culture chat (Bad Bunny preforming at the Superbowl, Zayn Malik & Louis To roadtrip docuseries, & Taylor Swifts new album )
29:08 - what we are watching
40:54 - song of the week
41:53 - our sports girl lore
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 070
We’re back with all our usual segments—life updates, weekly favs, and what we’ve been watching. KT’s been home solo and living her best life, while Liz claims nothing’s new… but KT has some updates to share. In TGL Sports Corner, we reveal our driver picks for the Singapore GP. Then, we dive into the main topic: book adaptations we need to see on screen. From small-town romances to epic fantasies and thrillers with a twist, we’re pitching the stories that deserve their Hollywood moment—disclaimer: if some are already being adapted, we missed the memo.
00:00 - intro + life updates
05:35 - favorites of the week
08:45 - tgl sports corner (drivers for Singapore GP)
10:40- what we are watching
20:24 - song of the week
21:31 - book adaptations we NEED
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 069
In this episode of The Girls Lounge, KT and Liz dive back into “things we don’t understand,” inspired by the What We Said podcast. From the mystery of lawn stripes and how scent unlocks vivid memories, to cameras, and traffic, they explore everyday phenomena with curiosity and humor. Along the way, they share life updates, favorite of the week, and the latest in Formula One and pop culture.
00:00 - intro + life updates
07:03 - favorites of the week
10:54 - tgl sports corner (Baku Grand Prix Recap)
22:53 - pop culture chat (2026 Coachella lineup, Harry Styles & Zoey Kravitz’s, and lots of TV/Movie announcements)
39:30 - what we are watching
44:00 - TSITP S3 THE FINALE SPOILER RECAP
01:11:51 - song of the week
01:12:33 - things we don’t understand
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 068
Ever wondered what happens when friends get a little too real? In this episode, Liz and Kt dive deep again, using the “We’re Not Really Strangers” card game to uncover things they didn’t even know about each other. The girls also talk about their love for cafe dates, the newest book to movie adaptations, and deep dive on TSITP newest episode.
00:00 - intro + life updates
03:24 - favorites of the week
05:50 - tgl sports corner
07:00 - pop culture chat (PWMOV poster/date announcement, Pete the doorman, the bachelorette, engagement call off, Charlie Kirk)
30:40 - what we are watching
43:55 - song of the week
45:05 - WNRS questions
quizlet links:
- https://quizlet.com/654611697/we-are-not-really-strangers-friends-edition-flash-cards/?i=5xljmi&x=1jqt
- https://quizlet.com/711458531/were-not-really-strangers-friendship-edition-flash-cards/?i=5xljmi&x=1jqt
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 067
The girls are officially in their fall era, sharing their seasonal ins and outs along with a Q3 recap. From school chaos and cozy hobbies to sports updates, pop culture news, and fall reset vibes, this episode is the perfect seasonal catch-up.
00:00 - intro + life updates
04:53 - favorites of the week
08:38 - tgl sports corner (Italian Grand Prix Recap)
21:08 - pop culture chat (DWTS Pairing & White Lotus S4 Location)
30:23 - what we are watching
40:08 - TSITP S3 EPI 9 SPOILER RECAP
51:35 - song of the week
52:55 - fall ins & outs (+ q3 recap)
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 066
This week the girls are taking a trip into the stars with an astrology deep dive. KT shares what her first week of grad school was like while Liz gets back on her gym grind, plus they reveal their weekly faves (octo buddies, sonny angels, and more). In TGL Sports Corner, the girls recap a chaotic Dutch GP filled with DNFs, Isack’s first F1 podium, and a Cadillac driver announcement. Pop culture brings Sabrina Carpenter’s new album, K-pop demon hunters, and TSITP season 3 recap. Finally, they break down their big threes, explore their birth chart houses, and compare charts to see how compatible they really are as friends. Tune in for all the goss xoxo
00:00 - intro + life updates
05:39 - favorites of the week
09:58 - tgl sports corner (Dutch Grand Prix Recap)
18:21 - pop culture chat
23:01 - what we are watching
30:53 - TSITP S3 EPI 7 & 8 SPOILER RECAP
44:03 - song of the week
45:08 - astrology deep dive
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 065
In this week’s episode, KT kicks things off talking about her birthday weekend while Liz shares her latest room makeover updates and thrift finds. The girls also chat about favorite snacks, f1 summer break, and Taylor Swift on New Heights. Then they dive into juicy Reddit AITA travel stories, from awkward family vacations to messy friendship getaways. Tune in for the ultimate question: who’s really in the wrong on these trips?
00:00 - intro + life updates
10:21 - favorites of the week
14:04 - tgl sports corner
15:01 - pop culture chat
19:57 - what we are watching
23:02 - TSITP S3 EPI 6 SPOILER RECAP
31:19 - song of the week
32:13 - reddit stories start
32:40 - Story 1
38:09 - Story 2
44:38 - Story 3
51:18 - Story 4
links to stories:
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 064
This week, the girls are spilling all the tea on Liz’s study abroad experience. From first impressions in Spain to the cultural differences, travel mishaps, and unforgettable moments, it’s a full behind-the-scenes look at life abroad. They cover the best and worst foods, budgeting realities, and plus honest advice for anyone considering their own adventure overseas. Of course, there’s still time for weekly faves and a little pop culture chatter along the way.
00:00 - intro + life updates
04:00 - favorites of the week
05:45 - pop culture chat
10:46 - what we are watching
19:42 - TSITP S3 EPI 5 SPOILER RECAP
30:25 - song of the week
31:29 - Study Abroad Tell All
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 063
This week, the girls are catching up after some fun summer getaways. Kennedy shares details from her NYC trip and Elizabeth recaps an impromptu trip to D.C. They break down all the latest news in sports and pop culture from Lollapalooza to the Hungarian Grand Prix. Then, they get into the main topic: the most disappointing books they’ve read, from hyped romances that fell flat to plot twists that just didn’t land. Plus, they share their songs of the week and lots of unfiltered TV commentary.
00:00 - intro + life updates
03:00 - favorites of the week
04:52 - tgl sports corner
10:56 - pop culture chat
18:48 - what we are watching
21:46 - TSITP S3 EPI 4 SPOILER RECAP
36:28 - song of the week
37:23 - Book disappointments
kennedy’s youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kennedythornton1588
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 062
In this episode, the girls get a little too honest and unpack their toxic traits. From quiet pettiness and delulu fantasies to indecisiveness and deep avoidance. Kennedy shares her latest room makeover progress and recent outings, while Liz recaps her chaotic travel to and from Cabo and a novel she's been obsessed with. They also dive into the latest pop culture news, book-to-screen castings, and their current TV obsessions. Plus, a classic TGL Sports Corner and the songs they are loving this week.
00:00 - intro + life updates
7:08 - favorites of the week
10:56 - tgl sports corner
14:38 - pop culture chat
22:02 - what we are watching
29:21 - TSITP S3 EPI 1-3 SPOILER RECAP
47:34 - song of the week
48:17 - Our Toxic Traits
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 061
Elizabeth and Kennedy crack open the We’re Not Really Strangers friendship deck, answering raw, revealing questions that test the strength of their friendship. The girls also get into being in a funk, binge‑worthy docs like Trainwreck: Poop Cruise, and good podcast recs if you’ve ever felt lost in your 20s. This episode might just be the comfort you didn’t know you needed.
00:00 - intro + life updates
02:38 - favorites of the week
06:32 - what we are watching
14:19 - song of the week
15:27 - WNRS questions
quizlet links:
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 060
The girls are back from their girls trip to charleston!!! KT’s in her post-trip reset era while Liz is recovering from a surprise illness, but that’s not stopping the recap. They also dive into their current faves, the chaos of the British GP, and big F1 news. Plus, pop culture chats, what they’re watching, and the song on repeat this week.
00:00 - intro + life updates
02:47 - favorites of the week
04:51 - tgl sports corner
15:20 - pop culture chat (Haley Pham edits)
19:02 - what we are watching
36:42 - song of the week
37:19 - girls trip recap
kennedy’s youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kennedythornton1588
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 059
This week, the girls dive into a Q2 recap. They reflect on the goals they've hit, the habits that helped (or didn’t), and how chaotic post-grad life can really be. Kennedy talks NYC plans, tackling her driving anxiety, and learning to balance productivity and rest. Elizabeth reflects on a whirlwind few months studying abroad and the challenge of finding routine back at home. They also share media they’ve been loving and what they’re hoping to focus on in Q3—from journaling and wellness to consistency and creative projects.
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 058
On this episode, KT and Liz kick things off with a summer check-in—KT’s soaking up the sun while Liz is deep in her nanny era (and not loving the heat). In their weekly faves, KT’s on a rap and Love Island wave, while Liz is all about her SPF routine. They dive into the latest pop culture updates (yes, they're talking Dua Lipa again) and share what they’ve been watching, from Ryan Trahan’s YouTube series to a full Love Island season binge. Plus, they wrap up with their songs of the week that bring all the summer vibes
00:00 - intro + life updates
01:13 - favorites of the week
02:41 - pop culture chat (Dua Lipa and Callum Turner engagement again)
06:44 - what we are watching
17:25 - song of the week
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 057
It’s time for a mid-year book wrap-up! KT and Liz kick things off with some chaotic life updates. In TGL Sports Corner, F1 gave us drama with Lando and Oscar’s late-race collision, George on pole, and Kimi’s first podium. They also dive into pop culture news from Dua Lipa’s engagement to Sabrina Carpenter’s bold album cover. Plus, a quick insight into what they’ve been watching, listening to, and all the books they’ve read so far this year!
00:00 - intro + life updates
04:46 - favorites of the week
06:31 - tgl sports corner (Canada GP Recap)
14:41 - pop culture chat (Dua Lipa and Callum Turner engagement, Pope from OBX is going to play Snopp dog in Biopic, Sabrina Carpenter’s new album, Hailey bieber insta comment, & TSITP S3 official trailer)
25:27 - what we are watching
27:20 - song of the week
28:19 - mid-year book wrap up
our good reads:
kt: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/129943824-kennedy
liz: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/58516879-elizabeth
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 056