S3 Ep38: Sh!ts & Gobbles
Happy Turkey week! We bring you some breaking news in real time, shoot the (random) shit and get into one of your favorite segments - Am I the Asshole? Stay safe, happy and healthy - we're so thankful for each and every one of you...well almost all of you LOL
57m Nov 22, 2022
57m
S3 Ep37: Ticketmonster + Trivia
This episode is late, but we have a special guest on to tell you his harrowing tale and that should make up for it! Also- ask and you shall receive, because Manager Buj is on this week to update us on her love life, and deliver some trivia questions because we know y'all love screaming the answers in your car while we struggle with the answers LOL Tickets for Swiping Up's first annual Ugly Chr...
1hr 3m Nov 19, 2022
1hr 3m
S3 Ep36: Foggy Thoughts
It's a late night episode and we know how those usually go lol We've got half-assed headlines followed by an entertainment recap...LEGGO: -Aaron Carter passes away at age 34 -Kim Zoziak-Biermann's home in foreclosure...or is it? (daily mail) -Jessica Simpson addresses "haters" -Rebel Wilson welcomes baby via surrogate (people) -Jennifer Aniston reveals she tried IVF, but has no regrets now tha...
1hr 1m Nov 11, 2022
1hr 1m
S3 Ep35: Boo Worthy
One thing about us is that we really shouldn't record when we're scrambled in the brain - but here we are, delivering! We struggle with IG and announce our giveaway winners and in true form, go on a couple tangents unrelated to any topic at hand LOL Half-Assed Headlines: -Dede Raad launches Build Up Buttercup -Tom and Giselle make official divorce announcement -Elon Musk completes $44 Billion ...
46m Nov 01, 2022
46m
S3 Ep34: Swipies
This week starts off with a little vent sesh, we talk about CoHo’s one-chapter release, Wendy’s thoughts on Spencer’s TV recommendations and follow up our topics with some anon messages! Half-Assed Headlines: Taylor Swift Drops record-breaking album, Midnights (Spotify) That '70s Show" actor Danny Masterson on trial on 3 rape charges (CBS news) Naomi Olindo being sued for fraud over her fashi...
1hr 32m Oct 25, 2022
1hr 32m
S3 Ep33: Get Off My Nuts
Wendy is back from her Mexican vacation and Spencer is coming down from her intense case of BravoCon FOMO. We’ve got some reality-centric headlines for you today and an entertainment recap where we’ll discuss the Southern Charm reunion, The Watcher on Netflix and what we’re reading, followed by a jam packed Social Media Minute. Half-Assed Headlines: Bethenny Frankel enduring PR nightmare on T...
1hr 9m Oct 20, 2022
1hr 9m
S3 Ep32: Hairy Tonsils
We’re back and we brought a new segment with us: Social Media Minute (or social media in 60-seconds - vote in the comments!) We’ve also got an advice request from the hotline in today’s AITA segment! Half-Assed Headlines: ‘SNL’ faces backlash for Try Guys sketch about Ned Fulmer cheating scandal (Page Six) Toktoker airdropping nudes at the airport (Dexerto) Mom sells clothes on eBay/Poshmark ...
1hr Oct 11, 2022
1hr
S3 Ep31: Viva Las Croissant
Manager Buj is here and catching us up on her love life and dating in NC. We don’t know about you, but living vicariously through our friends is one of life’s greatest joys! This weeks half-assed headlines: Kelly Clarkson gets star on Hollywood Walk of Fame @sketchymandy shop shut down by Etsy Penn Badgley teases a ‘genre shift’ for season 4 of ‘You’ NFL announces Rihanna as Super Bowl halftim...
1hr 4m Sep 27, 2022
1hr 4m
S3 Ep30: assANON
Y'all were feeling *spicy* this weekend...and some of you were just straight assh*les. We're talking about the Anon box that may have ruined anon boxes for us and cooling off with an entertainment recap this week. Half-Assed Headlines: -Steph Pappas loses father to drunk driver (people) -Patagonia Founder gives away company (NYT) -DIBS Beauty turns one this week -She is Cheval announces new pr...
1hr 23m Sep 20, 2022
1hr 23m
S3 Ep29: Blushed & Flushed
Our first ever episode on camera! Damn this was nerve wracking and of course...full of technical issues. Love this journey for us all! We recap Spencer's wild weekend, a kidney stone in the hand (IYKYK) and end the episode with our AITA segment. Today's Half-Assed Headlines are: -Forbes Top 2022 Creators (Forbes) -Harry Stiles: Did he spit on Chris Pine? (People) -Hot Takes on The Queen's Pass...
1hr 36m Sep 14, 2022
1hr 36m
S3 Ep28: Middle School Meltdown
We're baaaaack and we're telling y'all why we took our little hiatus! Let us know how you enjoy the new format! This week's episode closes out with a TV recap to discuss RHOBH, Partner Track & Southern Charm. Subscribe on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_WGW7aTEq-KuqeUklGp6xA) Half-Assed Headlines: -Brittany Jade drama over TikTok prank video (insider.com) -Brittany Aldean vs. Mare...
1hr 23m Sep 06, 2022
1hr 23m
S3 Ep27: Out of Context
This week, we're talking Charleston shenanigans, a huge giveaway, a DUI and KFed's lame attempt to shame Britney that backfired big time. We discuss some of the Anon line submissions and make an exciting Patreon announcement! ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) <--Vents, Advice or Gossip #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic & @wendybeingbasic
1hr 21m Aug 16, 2022
1hr 21m
S3 Ep26: Truth or Share
Sometimes we spend a whole episode talking about ourselves, and sometimes its all BIB all the time! This week we’re bringing you an update from previous story, a surprise party that gave us FOMO, a worthy new product line, some drama from the hotline and a breakup that everyone saw coming! ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) <--Vents, Advice or Gossip #embracethebasi...
59m Aug 09, 2022
59m
S3 Ep25: If You Incest
One of us is stir crazy from quarantining, the other one's coming in hot with a bad attitude so buckle up. We talk about some things we desperately wish people would stop asking about, MORE changes to Instagram and the dopamine fix that is RushTok. Was Will Smith's apology real? Will Shakira go to Prison? Who's picking the AIA Award nominees? So many questions. ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 91...
1hr 7m Aug 05, 2022
1hr 7m
S3 Ep24: Happy Home Wrecker
Hope you're ready for some TikTok tea because people are bringing the dramaaaa over there this week - a questionable condiment, an alleged affair, an influencer in hot water for something she did on a live and a lawsuit against a cult fave among our blogger babes... We also talk about a TedX talk you don't want to skip, our opinions on some lackluster reality TV and a celeb who thinks fame from...
1hr 3m Jul 26, 2022
1hr 3m
S3 Ep23: A/S/L
Our first remote show! Since Wendy was knee deep in home renovations today, we attempted to record remotely and ALMOST made it through without tech issues and chaos! lol This episode is jam packed with topics including questionable social media  trends, a gun fight outside an influencer's home and some major copycat #momtok drama!  ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776)...
58m Jul 18, 2022
58m
S3 Ep22: Good Vabs Only
Y'all asked, so we delivered! Elaine joins us for today's show to catch up, talk about new perfume all the cool kids are wearing, a housewife update and a new ad campaign that has us thirsty!  ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776)  <--Vents, Advice or Gossip #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic & @wendybeingbasic
1hr 11m Jul 13, 2022
1hr 11m
S3 Ep21: Tit Tok
Podcasting with a four year old is as easy as herding cats but we did our best! Enjoy the chaos as we talk about a SCRUB whose price was def not right, the arrest of a tiktoker and we dive into our question box of the week - with some advice from one of our favorite friends of the show! ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic...
1hr 1m Jul 08, 2022
1hr 1m
S3 Ep20: Pauly Dean
This week we celebrate with one of our fave fellow podcasters on her dream wedding abroad, talk about some legal trouble a new skincare brand is having and have a missing persons case we need your help with! WHO IS LINDA SKEENS? ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic & @wendybeingbasic
54m Jun 28, 2022
54m
S3 Ep19: Vertebro
We're back for episode #2 this week...who are WE?! We're catching up on some hotline texts to give some advice and share our thoughts on some listener situations. Don't forget to call our text into the hotline for whatever you need: a vent sesh, some advice, or just a drunken voicemail after a girls night out! We love 'em all!  📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) #embracethebasic on...
41m Jun 23, 2022
41m
S3 Ep18: Reel Deal
Great news y'all: We're dropping TWO episodes this week! In this first one, we shoot the sh!t and are done apologizing for our rambles! We take about the wedding FOMO we're experiencing this week, Spencer's viral reel, and an influencer management company doing account analysis on stories, among other things. Next episode will drop Thursday! ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919...
49m Jun 21, 2022
49m
S3 Ep17: Legally Dumb
We discuss some pop culture happenings and then dive into a polarizing topic that always ruffles some feathers...MONEY. How much are influencers getting paid afterall?
48m Jun 07, 2022
48m
S3 Ep16: Basically Famous
...Yes, we're in on the joke. No, we don't consider ourselves famous. We're recapping the emotional rollercoaster that was Dallas and our very first live show with Manager Buj.
1hr 7m May 26, 2022
1hr 7m
S3 Ep15: Games & Flames with @peytonmsmith
We got to chat with Peyton Smith, winner of @daniaustin's first season of The Matchmaker for her brother. Peyton gives exclusive BTS details of what the process was really like, and shares what happened with their relationship. She and her friend Erika were so sweet and we hope y'all enjoy!
1hr 5m May 18, 2022
1hr 5m
S3 Ep14: Good Vibrations
The girls are so thankful recording this last episode before the kickoff of the Basically Famous tour! They share a scary incident between a BIB and her dog, how another overcame anxiety to go on an adventure and talk about why husbands should be stepping up their Mother’s Day game for their wives.
55m May 10, 2022
55m
S3 Ep13: Battery Operated
The girls mourn the loss of a country music legend, have a laugh over a practical joke some BIBs played in their husbands and dive into a discussion of young influencers trading content for cosmetic procedures.
57m May 03, 2022
57m
S3 Ep12: Turd Trial
The girls are joined by Booze with Buj and talk about allllll the things that happened this week, from talent show stories to TikTok drama to Johnny Depp’s Trial. ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic & @wendybeingbasic
1hr 8m Apr 26, 2022
1hr 8m
S3 Ep11: Florida Man
The girls have live show on the brain and are a little stressed out filling a bad week. They formally announce the first book in the revival of the SU book club, a Fyre Festival-eque fiasco and go down a country music hole. ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic & @wendybeingbasic Mentioned on this episode: @alexandrakaym...
55m Apr 19, 2022
55m
S3 Ep10: Mrs Worldwide
The girls are having a Kiki! They discuss their favorite trends on TikTok currently, upcoming season of RHOBH, the reboot of the SU Book club and share their thoughts on influencers who “troll the trolls.” ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic (http://www.instagram.com/spencerssobasic) & @wendybeingbasic (http://www.instag...
1hr 1m Apr 12, 2022
1hr 1m
S3 Ep9: Passion for Patches
The girls have gone wild over a cult collaboration, talk about normalizing the things that bring us joy as socially-accepted “hobbies” and talk about a shady influencer’s new business venture. #sponsor TRUEBILL.COM/SWIPINGUP (http://www.truebill.com/swipingup) ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic (http://www.instagram.co...
55m Apr 06, 2022
55m
S3 Ep8: Trainwreck Trivia
Our friend Michelle aka Boozy Buj joins us this week for a happy hour episode where we give our take on the slap that broke Hollywood, give some questionable advice to a caller on the hotline and partake in an embarrassingly bad game of trivia. ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) ✨MERCH AVAILABLE HERE (https://my-store-bd5272-2.creator-spring.com) ✨ #embracethebasi...
1hr 7m Apr 03, 2022
1hr 7m
S3 Ep7: Voter Fraud
The girls heads are spinning over March MaNness, drool over the most basic Target collab to date and close the show with a dramatic read of some unfavorable reviews.  ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic & @wendybeingbasic Mentioned in this episode: Shannon Ford / @probablyshannonford Kylie Jenner / @kyliejenner Britt...
51m Mar 22, 2022
51m
S3 Ep6: Cult Classic
The girls have a couple follow ups from the Womblands, talk about an influencer whose family believes she’s being held against her will by a cult and a reality star’s new diet that Wendy is most definitely going to try. #sponsor  http://www.betterhelp.com/swipingup 🛒 Save $5 at magicspoon.com/SWIPINGUP (http://www.magicspoon.com/swipingup) ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:91...
58m Mar 15, 2022
58m
S3 Ep5: Womblands
The girls discuss a cult favorite brand changing up their business model, deep dive into the Womblands of drama on Spencer’s FYP and share a bit of of the Patreon episode with our new funny friend, @ashley_t_peters. #sponsor  🛒 http://Truebill.com/swipingup ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic & @wendybeingbasic
1hr 5m Mar 08, 2022
1hr 5m
S3 Ep4: Dorit-hoes
The girls talk about their freaky Friday in a Truth or Dare recap, phone a friend and breakdown the cluster F that was Love is Blind.  #sponsor  🛒 $15 OFF at Apostrophe.com/swipingup (http://www.apostrophe.com/swipingup) 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 (tel:919.867.6776) #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic & @wendybeingbasic
1hr 13m Mar 01, 2022
1hr 13m
Unfiltered: Folivia Fenson with @abottleofwine
In this Unfiltered episode, we get to talk to the lead detective of the internet's Special Petty Unit. Grab a glass of wine and buckle up while she gives us the 411 on her work and spills a bit of tea on her current case. Follow her on IG (@abottleofwineofficial) and TikTok (@andabottleofwine.) ————————————————  #sponsor 🛒 http://www.betterhelp.com/swipingup ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 9...
1hr 24m Feb 22, 2022
1hr 24m
S3 Ep3: Roothless
LIVE SHOW TICKETS DROP THIS WEEK! (http://www.swipinguppodcast.com) The girls share their thoughts on the halftime performance at the Super Bowl, begrudingly talk about a birdy who just won’t stop oversharing and demonstrate how they are not smarted than a 5th grader.  #SPONSOR http://www.Truebill.com/swipingup ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919.867.6776 #embracethebasic on IG with @spencer...
1hr 6m Feb 15, 2022
1hr 6m
S3 Ep2: Default Diet
The girls have some very exciting announcements for y’all, share their vote for best dressed at a buzz-worthy event and share a new account that has them both laughing!  📞 SU Hotline: 919-867-6776 #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic & @wendybeingbasic Mentioned in this episode: Lindsey Myers / @createdcolorful @andabottleofwineofficial Emily Travis / @champagneandchanel Dede Raad...
56m Feb 08, 2022
56m
S3 Ep1: Deez Nutz with @betterwithchardonnay
The girls kick off Season 3 with a post-brunch chat with Stephanie (@betterwithchardonnay) about life, possibly growing her family and her take on how to grow your account while being *authentic*. This episode, like most, is better with mimosas…or in this case, Chardonnay. 😉 🛒 Use code SWIPINGUP at http://www.liquidIV.com for 25% off your entire order! ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919-867-...
1hr 29m Feb 01, 2022
1hr 29m
S2 Ep41: Crisis Casserole with @livinwithmb
The girls kick back fireside from the living room of one of their faves, Mary Beth Wilhelm, to catch up and recap the NC Girl Gangs event, answer a few listener questions and try to get some help from mama Deej with a shituation.————————————————  #sponsor 🛒 http://www.betterhelp.com/swipingup 🛒 Go to HelloFresh.com/swipingup16 (http://www.hellofresh.com/swipingup16) and use code swipingup16 ...
1hr 26m Jan 25, 2022
1hr 26m
S2 Ep40: Swabbing Butts with @shopmadelinestokes
The girls heard you when you said you wanted more variety and brought you a few new BIBs to follow. They have an unfiltered *filter* conversation and cover everything with Madeline Stokes including one swab or two.  ————————————————  #sponsor 🛒 Go to HelloFresh.com/swipingup16 (http://www.hellofresh.com/swipingup16) and use code SWIPINGUP16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts —————————...
1hr 23m Jan 18, 2022
1hr 23m
S2 Ep39: Twinning with @caseywsouthern
The girls try and get to the bottom of a DM hack situation, give some solicited advice from a text on the hotline and have some laughs with @caseywsouthern. 📞 SU Hotline: 919-867-6776 #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic & @wendybeingbasic
1hr 4m Jan 11, 2022
1hr 4m
S2 Ep38: Dishonorable Mention
The girls are starting the year off spicy! Listen with water close by as they recap the 2021 BIB awards, get a little scandal vent off their chest, and laugh about the tragedy that was early 2000’s fashion. ————————————————  #sponsor 💰http://www.Truebill.com/swipingup  🛒 www.liquidIV.com (http://www.liquidiv.com) Use code SWIPINGUP for 25% off ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919-867-6776 ...
1hr 19m Jan 09, 2022
1hr 19m
S2 Ep37: Caught a Bahum...bug
The girls are under the weather and over the holidays. They talk about a good deed gone wrong and why we can’t have nice things, the never ending misery that is the last two years and share their hot takes on art & music. ———————————————— #sponsor 🛒 http://www.hellofresh.com/swipingup14 or use code swipingup14 for 14 FREE MEALS AND 3 GIFTS  ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919-867-6776 #emb...
59m Dec 28, 2021
59m
S2 Ep36: Buckle Bunnies
THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SATC SPOILERS!! The girls commiserate over the upsetting start to the Sex & the City reboot, discuss yet another major IG shift and Wendy learns what a “buckle bunny” is - no hate no shade if our rodeo-adjacent queens don’t like that term… ———————————————— #sponsor 🛒 http://www.getquip.com/swipingup ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919-867-6776 #embracethebasic on IG w...
50m Dec 14, 2021
50m
S2 Ep35: Rhinestone Cowgirl
The girls sit back and enjoy a martini while catching up on what good deeds the BIBs are up to. One of us remembers the episode clearly, one doesn’t. Cheers! ———————————————— #sponsor 🛒 http://www.betterhelp.com/swipingup ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919-867-6776 #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic & @wendybeingbasic Mentioned: Ashley Merry / @ashleymerry Holly / @ourfauxfar...
55m Dec 07, 2021
55m
S2 Ep34: The Mutt House
The girls celebrate an engagement and a chic Parisian wedding, talk about a BIB’s JENerosity and share a few small businesses they think you should check out.  ———————————————— #sponsor 🛒 http://www.hellofresh.com/swipingup14 or use code swipingup14 for 14 FREE MEALS AND 3 GIFTS ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919-867-6776 #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobasic & @wendybeingbasic Mentio...
53m Nov 30, 2021
53m
S2 Ep33: Prank Calls & Butterballs
The girls are feeling particularly spicy during another evening studio sesh as they talk about a BIB’s bombshell home news, discuss faux authenticity and get some advice on cooking a turkey for thanksgiving. ———————————————— #sponsor 🛒 www.warbyparker.com/swipingup  (http:/www.warbyparker.com/swipingup) ———————————————— 📞 SU Hotline: 919-867-6776 #embracethebasic on IG with @spencerssobas...
1hr 16m Nov 23, 2021
1hr 16m
S2 Ep32: Swifties & Simpsonites
Listen, it’s 8:30pm on a Tuesday and the girls are tired. It’s been a long week. They discuss a piece of art that has been controversial, weigh in on a thirsty BIB (literally) and talk about 2 new BIBs that deserve the spotlight. It’s short and sweet because quite frankly, we need some sleep.  ———————————————— #sponsor 🛒 www.betterhelp.com/swipingup  🛒 We absolutely recommend checking out A...
59m Nov 17, 2021
59m
S2 Ep31: Seeing Red
In true form, the girls are synched up - in more ways than one. They share some big life updates from a few BIBs, Get the 411 on GirlGangz7733 account shutdown from GG herself, give some feedback to a text that came in on the hotline and get heated discussing a tragic event that happened this past week. ———————————————— #sponsor 🛒 http://www.getquip.com/swipingup  🛒 www.warbyparker.com/swip...
1hr 6m Nov 09, 2021
1hr 6m