We’re wrapping up the year with life updates, pop culture chatter, and our 2025 reading recap. KT is officially done with school and counting down to Christmas, Liz just got back from a cruise that now has us plotting a group trip, and we share our favorites of the week (cheesy Netflix Christmas movies and a perfect cappuccino). We catch up on what we’re watching, major pop culture moments, and then dive into our book wrap-up: KT read 16 books, Liz read 27, and romance was our top genre of the year. Cozy vibes, end-of-year reflections, and all the wrap-up energy. 🎧✨
00:00 - intro + life updates
04:10 - favorites of the week
05:50 - pop culture (whitney leavitt broadway and movie, the bachelorette, marty supreme)
18:26 - what we are watching
25 :19 - song of the week
26:56 - 2025 Book Wrap-Up
Kt Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/129943824
Kt Fable https://fable.co/kennedy-285151848056?referralID=8swGRoZTxa
Liz Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/58516879
Liz Fable https://fable.co/elizabeth-valladares-valles-362191490025?referralID=s3R0p8eIcm
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 081
In Episode 080 of The Girls Lounge, KT and Liz are back with Part 3 of their favorite challenge: Are We Smarter Than a 5th Grader? Between Kennedy’s finals week and Elizabeth cruising with her mom, the girls catch up on life updates before diving into their song of the week. Then it’s game time as they test their knowledge across history, geography, math, science, and english. They answer elementary-level questions to see if adulthood really made them smarter. Expect laughs, surprises, and a little chaos as they prove (or don’t) what they remember from elementary school.
00:00 - intro + life updates
02:27 - song of the week
03:47 - are we smarter than a 5th grader? part 3
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 080
In this week’s episode, KT and Liz catch up on life—KT is buried under end-of-semester projects while Liz is getting cruise-ready and recovering from Black Friday chaos. We chat current reads, and our weekly favs, including KT’s fangirl era and Liz’s vlogmas obsession. TGL Sports Corner covers Abu Dhabi, and in pop culture we break down Spotify Wrapped/Apple Replay. We share what we’re watching (SLOMW’s too-short S3 reunion for KT and Teen Wolf for Liz), our songs of the week, and wrap it all up with a rapid-fire rundown of our biggest icks—from soft-launch try-hards and fake AAVE to loose backpack straps, gum-chewing, and sunglasses indoors.
00:00 - intro + life updates
04:14 - favorites of the week
08:06 - tgl sports corner (Abu Dhabi Grand Prix)
20:25 - pop culture chat (spotify wrapped/apple replay)
29:39 - what we are watching (Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Reunion and Teen Wolf)
33:19 - song of the week
34:11 - our icks
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 079
This weeks episode of The Girls Lounge is here with a full dose of cozy chaos, Thanksgiving updates, and our official Holiday Wishlists. KT and Liz break down their favorite of the week, all things Qatar GP: including McLaren’s questionable strategy, Lance Stroll slander, and the latest points update—and what they’ve been watching. We wrap it all up by sharing our holiday wishlist , from matcha kits and lip products to jewelry, books, and cute Kindle accessories. Tune in for vibes, laughs, gift inspo, and all things girlhood, sports, and seasonal serotonin.
00:00 - intro + life updates
03:50 - favorites of the week
06:01 - tgl sports corner (Qatar GP Recap)
15:11 - what we are watching (DWTS Finale, Wicked For Good, Maxton Hall, Severeance, Now you see me Now you don't)
23:45 - stranger things S5 1-4 episode recap *SPOILERS*
51:34 - song of the week
52:39 - our holiday wishlist
Links to products from our holiday wishlist (that we could find):
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episode 078
The holidays are officially here… and so is the chaos! This week, KT and Liz are diving into the most unhinged Reddit AITA family drama stories—holiday edition. Before jumping into the madness, the girls catch up on life, the Vegas GP, and rant about their latest TV obsessions. Get comfy, grab a festive drink, and enjoy the chaos from a safe (and drama-free) distance.
00:00 - intro + life updates
09:30 - favorites of the week
11:25 - tgl sports corner (Vegas GP)
20:18 - pop culture (MET gala theme & sunrise on the reaping teaser)
24:04 - what we are watching (Maxton Hall, DWTS, Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Dead Poets Society)
-49:19 - song of the week
50:20 - Holiday Family Drama: Reddit AITA Stories
https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/comments/1h2qgfz/aitah_for_not_wanting_to_host_christmas_after_the/
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/z7p64i/aita_for_telling_my_mil_off_for_expecting_me_to/
https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/comments/1h70ld1/aita_for_charging_my_sisters_family_to_stay_in_my/
https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/qvgzj1/aita_for_refusing_to_go_to_my_husbands_familys/
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcastepisode
077
In this week's episode, KT and Liz dive into all the things people PRETEND to like — from 4 a.m. morning routines to blue cheese and sparkling water. Between holiday season updates, job interview excitement, and weekly favorites, the girls break down their F1 Fantasy points updates and their drivers to watch next week. They also recap what they’re watching, share their Songs of the Week (Wallows takeover!), and get into an honest conversation about trends, habits, and aesthetics they think people are fake enjoying.
00:00 - intro + life updates
03:06 - favorites of the week
05:59 - tgl sports corner (F1 Fantasy drivers for Las Vegas GP)
07:45 - what we are watching (Secret Lives of Mormon Wives S3, DWTS)
17:28 - song of the week
18:48 - things people pretend to like
Podcast Instagram: @thegirlsloungepodcast
Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/thegirlsloungepodcast
episode 076
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
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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
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episode 062