Black women don't get a day off from judgement - and sometimes it comes from our own. In this episode we switch it up - three cousins (Bri, Langston, and Alexis) unpack the real, raw and often unspoken issues black women STILL face on a daily basis: Feeling too mixed or not black enough, judgement for how we wear our hair, code switching , identity politics, interracial dating and being side eyed by both sides. This is about true lived experience , messy middle grounds ...

We've all seen the cozy cafes on the internet, the latte art etc, but what happens when you actually follow the trend of opening a cafe and it nearly breaks you? In this episode of URL vs IRL, I sit down with Lauren and Ryan, the married duo behind Evermore, one of the most beloved cafés in Burlington. We talk about starting a business with zero barista experience, surviving the pandemic, working 7 days a week for years, and yes—catching customers cheating in their café… Sheesh If you...

Better late than never ! Todays episode is a big one even though its short form. In this episode your host bri dives deeper on her life offline journey and decides to take a big step with the podcast and move to biweekly episodes. But don't worry! it's not you... it's me. This is going to be a better chapter that will give her more time to live life and pour her creative soul into this passion project without being burnt out . Hoping that every supporter here is understanding and loving...

What actually happens when you log off for real? In this episode, your host Bri gets brutally honest about deactivating her social media—no vague “taking a break” notes, no dramatic goodbye posts, just the messy truth. From phantom-scroll withdrawals to the weird freedom of disappearing from the feed, she unpacks what life really looks like offline. Is it peaceful? Is it lonely? Is it a rebrand or a breakdown? Let’s talk about how social media shapes our identity, relationships, and what happ...

In this weeks express episode bri has a reoccuring guest - her very first ever guest! Sara Haro , and bri talk very candidly about what its REALLY like to travel for work and all of the ups and downs and myths and truths about it !! Enjoy (:

Gen Z has been Doomscrolling since birth, hit their political awakening in middle school, and somehow still find time for perfect nails. In this chaotic,honest conversation we sit down with Ella, and talk mental health, tiktok trauma, protest culture and why slicked back hair means you are absolutley spiraling . Watch on youtube : https://youtu.be/FxYnrONXUNw Follow along here : https://linktree.com/urlvsirl https://www.instagram.com/urlvsirl https://www.instagram.com/ella.galloway h...

In this episode the girls vs world gang brings on a guest ! Alex Drago , former roommate with one of our cohosts Sydney - comes in to have a conversation and share stories with the girls about her roommate ship with Sydney ! Tune in to this light hearted conversation to start your week off with some laughs !! Https://linktree.com/girlsvsworld Tune in on YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_IWTyoPX8Na3yfJQf_Eg3CXvEuJkBARk Follow along : Https://www.instagram.com/girlsvsworld Http...

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sexual assault, non-consensual image distribution, and trauma. Listener discretion is advised. This week on Girls vs. World, we sit down with Cat — a woman whose world was turned upside down when she discovered her ex-husband had been secretly collecting and distributing intimate images of her (and others) for years. In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Cat bravely shares her story of betrayal, survival, and healing. From the chilling first call...

In this weeks episode Josh & Bri are back on URL vs IRL ! They review and talk about a new docu- series on Netflix called “Bad Influence: The dark side of kidfluencing” and they dive deep into the dark side of influencing , child acting & internet fame . Comment below let us know your thoughts ! www.Linktree.com/urlvsirl https://www.instagram.com/urlvsirl https://www.instagram.com/brilynch.irl https://www.instagram.com/joshuaraviganesh

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode we welcome back last weeks guest (Gina ) to talk about her wild experience of doing weight watchers at 8 years old. The subject leads us into a bigger overall conversation about a sad shared exprience for a lot of women which entailed : EDs, Weight loss, body dysmorphia, diet culture and societys absolutley F*cked beauty standards. If you or anyone you know is struggling with any of these topics... there is a path forward and you can st...

Our guest gina comes on Girl vs World this week to talk shop ... and by shop we mean loveee shop. We talk heavily about losing yourself in your relationship, the hot topic of 'decentering men' , tell sex stories, and finding your true self through independence. Lock in ladies, this convo gets deep, and we even get into articles, studies and theories. Be sure to tune back in next tuesday for part two! Share with your friends ! linktree.com/girlsvsworld Watch on youtube: https://youtu.b...

Just you and me in this episode ! We cover a couple things and go to quite a few locations . It’s been a while since we’ve gotten to chat , so - spare a couple minutes for me!! And reach out to me post episode to let me know what you think ! Https://www.instagram.com/brilynch.irl Linktree.com/urlvsirl

FINALLY the time has come ... Where your hosts interview a therapist. For once ... we got to ask all of the questions , and we got answers. Interviewing a therapist has been a goal since URL vs IRL started... But this guest wears a lot of hats, has a lot of life experience, and has a lot to teach us. So buckle up for this week's episode because just like your therapy sessions... the next hour is about to get deep.You might just want to take some notes for yourself. Follow along & share ...

34 years. That’s how long our guest spent in the trenches of nursing—fighting hospital politics, witnessing medical horror stories, and getting screwed over by a system that doesn’t give a damn about its workers. From psych ward chaos to patient negligence, corporate greed, and straight-up bullet holes in doors, she’s seen it all. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the brutal reality of healthcare—what hospitals don’t want you to know, the ways nurses are set up to fail, and...

Pack your bags (but maybe don't check them) because this week, Girls vs World is taking off- literally. We're talking traveling, airport anxiety, TSA pat downs, and the absolute WORST things people do on planes. We touch on some rental car disasters and trips to unexpected nude beaches... the girls have survived some questionable travel situations and of course .. we're spilling all the tea.

What would you do if your partner started an OnlyFans...what would you do if they were a subscriber... after you got together? In this episode we dive into the chaos, jealousy, and unexpected twists of dating someone in the s*x work industry. Our guest spills EVERYTHING from his partners OnlyFans to finding out that some of his homies were subscribers... The drama is real , the takes are completely unfiltered, and the conversation gets messy in the best way. How woulf you feel about your part...

Getting the ick is one thing but what happens when ment are it to a whole new level? In this episode the girls talk about some relentless stalking that they've had to deal with and people crossing the line and just don't take no for an answer.We break down the most boundary pushing , unhinged and downright terrifying experiences we've had. Spoiler alert, persistence is not always key. Buckle up because this episode is equal parts hilarious and horrifying . Follow along & share...

Being in a band is the dream... until the reality kicks in ... In this episode of URL vs IRL we're diving into the chaos, the drama and the reality of band life . From first show disasters, and personality clashes to the sacrifices it takes to keep a group together . We talk about why most bands fall apart and how some beat the odds. If you've ever wondered what happens behind the curtain , this episode is for you. Follow along & share with your friends ! linktree.com/urlvsirl https://...

The ick is REAL and we've got receipts. From guys singing (badly) on dates to doing push ups at Taco Bell, we're diving into the ULTIMATE list of cringe behavior we've endured, JUST IN TIME for valentines day ! Bri exposes some really insane stories from people of her past, plus we talk about some of the weirdest DM's we've ever received. Buckle up because this is unhinged, hilarious and its proof that dating can sometimes feel more like a horror movie than a rom com , Tune in for the i...

AI is taking over - and not in the way you think. In this episode, we dive deep into the dark reality of quantum computing, cyber security, and the hidden dangers of artificial intelligence. How are massive data centers sucking up insane amounts of water and electricity?? Why is TikTok REALLY being banned? And just how much control do tech giants like Google and Meta have over our reality as we know It? Our guys Josh is a certified ethical hacker breaks down the truth behind AI , encryption, ...