Young Adulting

This week we're joined by freelance journalist, author, and political activist, Lauren Duca. We chat about her career transition from pop culture to political writer, her hard-won skills on dealing with criticism, and her major year of changes from divorce to coming out. But most importantly, we also chat about her forthcoming book: How to Start A Revolution (out Sept 24). Books Mentioned: How to Start A Revolution (Lauren's Book!) My Friend Anna by Rachel Deloache Williams The Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware The Luxe Series by Anna Godbersen Boy Swallows Universe by Trent Dalton   Products Mentioned: Caudalie Elixir Face Mist Goop Glow Microderm Scrub Amazon Packing Cubes Check out tickets to our Fall live shows in San Francisco, DC, Philly, Atlanta, and Dallas. Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast. Follow Grace on Instagram @graceatwood and Becca @beccamfreeman.

Today it's just us, and we're talking about all things BEAUTY! We both discuss the products we're loving (or in some cases a little underwhelmed by) this summer. We talk everything from skincare and makeup to sunless tanning, SPF, and hair removal. But before that, we announce our Fall tour dates! We're hitting 6 cities this fall and are hoping to announce a couple more dates soon. If you live in San Francisco, Atlanta, DC, Philly, Dallas, or New York we hope to see you there! Also in this episode: Grace got to see Where'd You Go Bernadette early (and has a dating low) and Becca is now the proud owner of the most gorgeous built-in bookshelves! Sponsor:  HELLOFRESH: Go to Hellofresh.com/BOP80 and use code BOP80 for $80 off your first month of meals. Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast

It's time for our July Book Club and today we are discussing American Spy. We are so honored that the author, Lauren Wilkinson, is joining us remotely! We talk about the book, her writing process (she rewrote it SIX times!), how the book began (a grad school assignment about a suburban family) and why she chose to leave the book open-ended. We also talk about more difficult social topics and how that inspired the book. This interview was so interesting. Also in this episode, Grace is feeling like a celebrity (she went on a yoga retreat with a personal chef and she just got verified on Instagram) and Becca admits that she still thinks about the game Bloody Mary every time she goes to the bathroom at night. Follow Lauren at @thrillkinson on Instagram and Twitter… and of course, buy her book! Sponsor: Night Pillow: For 20% off your Night Pillow, go to Discovernight.com and enter code BOP20 at checkout.  Books Mentioned American Spy Philosophy of Ruin Devotion Beijing Payback The Quiet American Rogue Mal

In this episode, we’re talking MONEY. From salaries (actual numbers!) to negotiations, asking for raises, and talking to your friends about money, we are diving deep. We answer your questions like how often do you ask for a raise and how to know how much to ask for? Becca steps on her soapbox when talking about stock options and how she wishes she could give her past self this advice. No matter where you are in life, we hope you find this episode helpful!  Sponsor: Bark Box: To get a free extra month on a 6 or 12 month subscription, go to barkbox.com/BOP. Books Mentioned: Three Women The Wedding Party Whisper Network  My Friend Anna American Spy– our July book club!   Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast

In this episode, we are joined our third sorority house member (and other best friend), Alex Dickerson. It's a longer episode and we talk about everything from friendship and dating to careers and going back to school for na MBA. There's also a mini Grace roast and a few embarrassing stories. Alex has had an incredible career thus far, complete with nearly being the star of a reality TV show and going to business school in Barcelona. We also talk about her messy dating story (+ broken engagement), and how that has shaped her into the person she is today. This episode was so much fun, and we hope you love Alex as much as we do!  Also in this episode, Becca has purchased a fancy home luggage stand, and Grace is obsessed with Sephora’s new clean beauty line. If you’re looking for a new read, join us for our July book club where we talk about American Spy. Sponsors: Night Pillow: For 20% off your entire order, visit discovernight.com and enter code BOP20 at checkout. Modern Fertility: For $20 off your first

It’s just us this week, and we’ve got all your questions covered. We truly cover a little bit of everything in this episode, like dating (yes, we are on the apps. No, it’s not fun), travel rituals, reading (of course!), the future of the pod (total world podcast domination), and so much more! It was fun to get to interview ourselves this week! Meanwhile, Grace is feeling like she’s getting her life together post-tour, and Becca read two full books during the long weekend. Also, head to our Instagram for a chance to win a copy of our July book club, American Spy!  Sponsor: Nicely Noted: For 50% off your first month subscription, go to nicelynoted.com and enter code BOP10 at checkout. Lola: For 40% off your subscription, go to mylola.com and enter code BOP at checkout. Books Mentioned: Three Women My Lovely Wife Final Girls Verity The Woman Inside The Other Woman The Last Time I Lied The Good Liar The Conspiracy of Us The Paper Princess All These Beautiful Strangers Very Nice How Could She Save Me The P

Today’s guest is the hilarious and brilliant Akilah Hughes! From YouTube to politics to writing her own book, there's nothing she can't do! We talk about a little bit of everything, from her favorite and least favorite part about traveling (hotels! touching things in the airport!), growing up in the south, how to feel confident on bad days, and… Neopets.  Also in this episode, we’ve wrapped up our summer tour! We’re definitely ready for some introvert time. Also, Becca reveals that her cleaning lady ghosted her and Grace is obsessed with Katie Sturino’s clothing line with Stitch Fix! To keep up with our new friend Akilah, follow her on Twitter at @akilahobviously, on Instagram at @Akilahh, on YouTube, and pre-order her book, Obviously: Stories from my Timeline. Sponsor: Hello Fresh: For $80 of your first purchase of Hello Fresh, go to hellofresh.com/BOP80 and enter code BOP80 at checkout.   Books Mentioned: The Fourth Bear Meaty Is Everyone Hanging Out without Me With the Fire on High We Are Never Mee

We’re back already, because we have a very exciting bonus guest: Robinne Lee, the author of The Idea Of You. We talk about the inspiration behind the book, a possible movie adaptation, and (most importantly) if there will be a sequel. Make sure to follow Robinne on Instagram and Twitter (@robinnelee) and leave The Idea of You a shining review on Goodreads and Amazon.  Books Mentioned The Idea of You Some Kind of Magic The Wild Woman’s Guide to Traveling the World Daisy Jones and the Six Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast

It's our June Book Club! Today is Becca's Superbowl... also known as The Idea of You Emotional Support Group. If you’ve been listening for a while you know how OBSESSED we are with this book. Seriously, we’re still trying to figure out how life continues after reading it. We finally get to talk about it today. Becca has begun her healing process through writing her own sequel. In light of this book, Becca and Grace talk about their favorite boy band, leading to a heated debate over whether or not Mark Wahlberg was actually a real member of New Kids on the Block. Finally, we talk about the youngest age we would date and whether that changes if he was famous (hint: it does).  Also in this episode, Grace had a mini college reunion at the Boston live show and Becca is still distraught over this book, but is recovering with the show Dead to Me.   PSA: Tomorrow we are releasing a bonus episode with the incredible writer of this book, Robinne Lee, where we practically beg for a sequel. Don’t miss it! Sponsor: Beaut

We couldn't be more excited to have Aliza Licht with us this week! You may know her as "DKNY PR Girl" back in the day on Twitter and Tumblr. She recently left her role at Alice & Olivia and is launching her own podcast SOON. In today's episode, she answers all fo your career questions and gives some of the best and most honest career advice we've heard - advice for interns, why "Can I pick your brain" is everyone's least favorite question, the importance of paper trails, DIY PR strategies, and so much more. Also in this episode, Becca has found the best place to buy blinds (we're such adults) and Grace is binge-watching a new show. Make sure to follow Aliza on twitter and instagram, and buy her book, Leave Your Mark! Sponsor:  Night Pillow: For 20% off your Night Pillow, visit DiscoverNight.com and enter code BOP20 at checkout. LOLA: For 40% off all subscriptions, use code BOP at mylola.com Darrell Lea: Visit their Amazon Shop and stock up on Real Twists. https://www.amazon.com/darrelllea Can't get eno

Today it's just us, and we're interviewing each other about the nitty gritty of our morning routines. From breakfast to beauty products, we're breaking down our morning rituals. This episode was inspired by a series on A Few Things with Claire And Erica. It's one of our favorite podcasts, you should check it out! Also in this episode, Grace met (and clung for dear life to) Peter Hermann from Younger and Becca has a mortifying Uber saga that ended in -1 pairs of shoes. Sponsor:  Harper Wilde: Go to Harperwilde.com/bop and use promo code BOP to get 15% off your first purchase. Care/of: For 30% off your first Care/of order go to takecareof.com and enter code BOP at checkout. Modern Fertility: Take the fertility quiz and get $20 off your first kit at ModernFertility.com/BOP Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast

Today we interviewed Cassandra Garcia... makeup artist to THE STARS... and us! Cassandra did our makeup for the NYC live show but she's also the in-house makeup artist for Bobbi Brown AND she does makeup for the cast of SNL. (+ other celebs!!) We gathered ALL your makeup questions for her and put her to the test. You may want to grab a notebook for this one as it gets pretty technical - in the best possible way. We're talking about making your makeup last, under eye concealer that won't settle into fine lines, and more. Do you really need a primer? What about a setting spray? Cassandra also shares her favorite luxury products + cheapie drugstore finds. PS - the long wear cream eyeshadow we keep talking about is SHORE by Bobbi Brown. Not "Sure" or "The Shore!" Be sure to follow Cassandra at @cygmakeup! Sponsor:  Night Pillow: For 20% off your Night Pillow, visit DiscoverNight.com and enter code BOP20 at checkout. Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow us on I

In this episode, we are talking about Normal People by Sally Rooney! We loved this book. In fact, we both agree that it’s one of the best books we've read this year. BUT we couldn’t decide… is it a “Young Adult” book? Let us know what you think! In light of this book, we talk about our own secret romances (or lack thereof!), power dynamics in relationships, and how your confidence can shift (for better or worse) over time. Also, Becca had the worst travel day of her life, Grace is loving @sanctuarywrld on Instagram, and Becca and Grace are both obsessed with the Charlotte Tilbury Wonderglow Primer! Sponsor: Modern Fertility: For $20 off your first kit, go to modernfertility.com/BOP. Normal People Conversations with Friends The Hunger Games The Hate U Give Listen to Your Heart An American Marriage American Spy Little Fires Everywhere The Idea of You Park Avenue Summer   Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast  

This week's guest needs no introduction! Linda Wells, the founder of Flesh Beauty and founding editor at Allure Magazine joins us for a conversation about beauty, careers, and more. Linda walks us through her entire career, beginning with her first interviews right out of college (and when her interviewer made her cry), to launching Allure, and most recently the creation of Flesh. We also dive into career advice, behind the scenes of the Best of Beauty awards, and of course, her favorite products! It was truly an honor to get to sit down with such a beauty icon!  Also in this episode, Grace and Becca have created their own sorority house, Grace is obsessed with @90sanxiety on Instagram, and Becca has fallen in love with @margaux shoes! Make sure to follow Linda at @lindawellsny and @fleshbeauty. Sponsor:  Night Pillow: For 20% off your Night Pillow, visit DiscoverNight.com and enter code BOP20 at checkout. Books Mentioned: That's What Frenemies Are For: A Novel Fitness Junkie The Knockoff The Overstory

It's just us this episode!! We’re doing a little bit of self-reflection today, talking about the differences between being in your twenties versus your thirties. Hopefully, for those of you in your twenties, we can offer a little advice. And for those of you in your thirties with us, we know you’ll relate! From the difference in how we date now, to what we thought our lives would look like in our thirties, this episode was fun to reflect on. Also in this episode, Becca is obsessed with organizing her new apartment, and Grace is obsessed with her new Veronica Beard jacket! Sponsor: Lola: For 40% off all subscriptions, go to mylola.com and enter code BOP at checkout. Books Mentioned Rules of Civility The Overstory Park Avenue Summer Red White and Royal Blue The Royal We Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast

In this episode, we had so much fun recording with the Rayna Greenberg and Ashley Hesseltine from the Girls Gotta Eat Podcast! We talk about all things dating, from go-to first date outfits, to getting over a break-up (like… NOW), and of course, how to handle people who hound you about your love life. We also talk about making friends as an adult (it might include starting your own podcast!), creating a life you love, and the best restaurants in NYC. Also in this episode, Becca is curtain-less, so she’s nervous about becoming the next Beck from You, and Grace is trying to find Tyrion a new best-dog-friend. Make sure to follow @girlsgottaeatpodcast, @ashhess, and @onehungryjew on Instagram to keep up with them, and visit StupidLiveShows.com to find a Girls Gotta Eat live show near you! Sponsors: Harper Wilde: To try on your first bra set and receive a free gift, go to com/BOP. Mega Babe:For 10% off all products, go to comand enter code BOP10 at checkout. Books Mentioned: Shortest Way Home My Lovely Wife

 In this episode, we sat down with the extremely talented and hilarious Kathryn Gallagher, one of the stars of one of our favorite shows, You! We love Kathryn’s focus body positivity and her perspective on how to handle the hard days. She also gives great advice on developing more confidence and for aspiring actors. Kathryn is amazing, and we know you’re gonna love her! Also in this episode, WE’RE GOING ON TOUR! Go to badonpaper.com/live to find more details and buy tickets! Also, Becca is officially Grace’s neighbor, and Grace is obsessing over @drawingsofdogs on Instagram!  You can our new IRL friend on Instagram at @kathryngallagher, Twitter at @kathryng, and watch her in  the new musical, Jagged Little Pill.  Sponsor: Night Pillow: For 20% off your Night Pillow, go to discovernight.com and use code BOP20 at checkout.   Books Mentioned: You More Than Words The Light We Lost American Royals The Thousandth Floor The Last Book Party Normal People  

We’re back for a bonus episode with no other than Helena Glazer. We couldn’t get enough of her! Today we are talking about marriage and parenthood, and balancing both with her successful blog, Brooklyn Blonde! We also talk about her holy grail skincare and listening to what your skin needs, balancing “Insta-pretty” and “Insta-real,” and the secret to walking in heels in the city (hint… it involves a second pair of shoes). We had such a blast recording this episode with Helena. Make sure to follow her on Instagram (@brooklynblonde1) and read her blog here!  Sponsor: Night Pillow: For 20% off your Night Pillow, go to discovernight.com and enter code BOP20 at checkout. Can't get enough Bad On Paper? Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast

In this episode, we have one of our favorite bookworms and bloggers, Helena Glazer, joining us for the Daisy Jones & the Six book club! We highly value Helena’s book opinion, so we knew she had to be a pod guest. You guys raved about this book, so we’re excited to talk with Helena about it! Also in this episode, Becca is obsessed with the Sleep Cycle app, and Grace loves following body-positive influencer, @CaralynMirand. Because Helena is amazing and we had so many questions for her, we are releasing a BONUS episode next Monday where we will talk all things books, fashion, and skincare. You can follow Helena here and find her blog here! Sponsors: Small Packages: For 15% off your purchase of $50 or more,  go to smallpackages.coand enter code BAD at checkout. Care/of: For 50% off your first month of personalized vitamins, go to takecareof.comand enter code BOP50 at checkout. Books Mentioned Daisy Jones & The Six Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo Rules of Civility The Perfect Girlfriend More Than W

In this episode, we are talking about work, specifically striking out on your own and being your own boss. We talk about our past jobs, how we decided to start working for ourselves, and the best and worst parts of self-employment. Plus we get super honest about how we manage finances while being self-employed. Of course, we have lots of hard-won advice for anyone who is considering going out on their own. Also in this episode, Grace is obsessed with a future BOP guest and You star, Kathryn Gallagher and Becca is obsessed @PuntaCaliza (The hotel G&B stayed at on their recent Mexico trip). And... BIG NEWS… we are going on a (mini) TOUR! Make sure to follow @badonpaperpodcast to be the first to know the tour details!  Sponsor: Night Pillow: For 20% off your Night Pillow, go to www.discovernight.com and enter code BOP20 at checkout. Hello Fresh: For $80 off your first month of Hello Fresh, go to www.hellofresh.com/BOP80 and enter code BOP80 at checkout. Books Mentioned: The Idea of You– GRACE LOVED IT. B