The trend started as a joke when artists thanked Beyonce in their acceptance speeches for major awards, even if they didn't collaborate with her. It has since evolved into a meme and conspiracy theory, with some linking her to the Illuminati.
Rebuilding Atlantis is a movement led by a man in Texas who bought land and invited people to live on it freely, without supplying housing. People are drawn to his message of revolution and anti-rich sentiment, leading some to speculate it could become a cult.
Examples include eating entire boxes of donuts in bed, shaving body hair, popping pimples, and cleaning ears. These are behaviors people do when alone or when their partner is away, often things they wouldn't want their partner to see.
The trend suggests that the more you do for yourself and grow as a person, the more your partner will love you. It contrasts with the idea that doing things for a partner will make them love you more, emphasizing self-worth and independence.
Common friendship icks include oversharing too early in a relationship, not washing hair, not showering for multiple days, and being unable to pivot in social situations. These are behaviors that can make a friend uncomfortable or annoyed.
A slow-burn romance can be worth it if there's a spark by date four. If there's no romantic or physical attraction by then, it might just turn into a friendship. The key is to feel butterflies and excitement when seeing the person.
The 'From' app focuses on getting people out of the endless swiping and texting phase by encouraging immediate date planning. It aims to create more intentional and productive dating experiences by focusing on real-life interactions.
The hosts rave about Skims bras for their comfort and support, Quince's cashmere sweaters for their affordability and quality, and Monster Ultra Sunrise Orange for its nostalgic taste and energy boost.
Alcohol can affect people differently in their 30s, with some experiencing hangovers more easily than before. Factors like metabolism, hydration, and hormonal cycles can play a role in how the body processes alcohol.
The hosts agree that PDA can be sweet, especially forehead kisses, but they prefer it to be minimal. They note that having a child together can deepen the affection between partners, making PDA feel more natural.
In this week's episode, Alex Bennett and Jordyn Woodruff dive into friendship "icks," secret single behaviors, and whether a slow-burn romance is worth the wait. Later, they chat about the challenges of hangovers in your 30s, PDA and cults.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Mean Girl Pod!
00:02:10 AB is coming to NYC
00:05:15 Roses & thorns
00:28:00 You are worthy of the flowers
00:37:40 Why are people thanking Beyonce
00:40:48 New cult on TikTok - Rebuilding Atlantis
00:46:47 Friendship icks
00:57:20 Secret single behaviors
01:05:05 AB & Harrison's PDA
01:08:27 Listener question
01:12:40 Our weekly recs
01:15:03 LOVE YOU GUYS!
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