The Stories We'd Tell in Bars Podcast

Episode Fifteen: New Year... Who Dis?

The holidays are over and New York Times bestselling author Jen Lancaster and media personality Gina B. are back in action, opening the 2018 season in style... well, in their style, anyway.  Join them as they kick off their fitness challenge before discussing America's second favorite hobby/second most-visited category of websites!  (Spoiler lert: it's not porn.)  

The best news is that, much like Black Mirror, The Stories We'd Tell in Bars episodes are stand-alone and self-contained, so if you're new to the podcast, you can jump in wherever you damn well like!  

(Point of clarification: that is the only way in which this podcast is similar to Black Mirror.)  

(Second point of clarification: Jen has recently become obsessed with Black Mirror and now works it into every conversation.  She is sorry and promises this phase will pass soon.)

Episode Fourteen: It's Always 4:20 Somewhere (Or Is It?)

Chicago media personality Gina B. and New York Times bestselling author Jen Lancaster end their first podcast season with neither bang nor whimper, but in a cloud of smoke.  

Join the ladies (and their special guests!) as they discuss marijuana culture and debate the issue if it's always 4:20 somewhere.  (Spoiler alert: the uptight person is exactly who you'd guess and she even manages to nerd-up the idea of weed.)

Jen and Gina will return with an all-new season in January, 2018!

Episode Thirteen: How to Holiday without Losing Your Damn Mind - Our Best Tips, Tricks, and Cheats

It's the most wonderful time of the year... or is it?  Are you so bogged down in seasonal stress that you're ready to hibernate from now until spring?    

Oh, honey... you're not alone.

And that's why Gina B. and Jen--along with their special in-studio holiday elves--are here to share how to reclaim your happy, happy and your merry, merry this holiday season.  

So spike your egg nog and tune in - we're here to help.

Episode Twelve: No One Can Keep Up with the Kardashians

Whether you love them or hate them, it's impossible to avoid them.  

Today, the Stories We'd Tell in Bars team covers the ubiquitous Kardashian clan.  Join Chicago media personality Gina B. and New York Times bestselling author Jen Lancaster as they break down all things Kardashian/Jenner, from Kris Jenner's master plan to Blac Chyna's long game.  

And bring your tinfoil hat - you'll need it for Jen's conspiracy theory.

Episode Eleven: Such a Pretty Fat

Gina and Jen dish up their heaviest episode ever as they delve into diet, exercise, and exactly what it might take to stop hating those numbers on the scale.  Listen in as they share their favorite healthier-living tips, tricks, and cheats.  

Pour yourself a sparkling water with a lemon wedge and settle in as the girls discuss all things weight-loss-related.  

Or, listen with a slice of pie... because this is a judgment-free zone.  

Episode Ten: Every Day Is Halloween

In practically every way, New York Times bestselling author Jen Lancaster and Chicago media personality Gina B. are of one mind until it comes to Gina's best and Jen's worst holiday of the year.  

Listen in as they break down everything that's wrong with Halloween (children's pimp costume, we're looking at you) and what's right (hello, full-size candy bars).  Then shit gets real as they discuss that which is never okay, and why.

So, join the ladies for all of the treats and none of the tricks!

 

Episode Nine: Employed Is the New Black

Unemployed?  Underemployed?  Or just ready for a change?  Then today's episode of Stories We'd Tell in Bars is for you! 

Join New York Times bestselling author Jen Lancaster and Chicago media personality Gina B. as they tap into Gina's vast expertise as an executive recruiter, discussing the best - and worst - practices in landing a new gig.  

(Spoiler alert - manners count and recruiters never want to see pictures of your junk.)

Episode Eight: The Fall TV Preview BECAUSE NO ONE READS ANY MORE

We are living in the golden age of television!  With the advent of streaming services and so many new networks, options, and ways to watch, it's almost impossible to not find a program you'll love.  

Join your hosts Chicago media personality Gina B. and New York Times bestselling author Jen Lancaster as they explore both the fall TV season and old favorites, discussing everything that's fit to watch

Because, let's be honest, no one reads anymore.  (Jen's note: FML.)

Episode Seven: Let's Talk About Pets, Baby

Every week Chicago media personality Gina B and New York Times bestselling author Jen Lancaster claim that they're going to cover their favorite topic, but this time they really mean it.  Join them as they share their favorite pet stories and they try to determine which one of them is more insane when it comes to four-legged friends.  (Spoiler alert: it's Jen.)

Just know this - crazy pet peole are made, not born.  

Episode Six: Gimme Shelter (Programming)

There's one thing that draws us together as a country, one truth we hold self-evident, one point on which every one of us, no matter race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, or sex can agree - and that's our belief that every homeowner on Love It or List It is an asshole.

Join Chicago media personality Gina B. and author Jen Lancaster as they discuss the factors driving the rise of HGTV and why we as a nation have such a love/hate relationship with it.  

P.S. to new listeners - if you're looking for a podcast with an open concept living area, is close to transportation, and won't break your budget, then welcome home.