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Well-Informed Girlfriends

Tiege Dooley-Panko and Samantha Kubota

Well-Informed Girlfriends breaks down today"s news, gossip and unsolicited hot takes weekly. Hosted by former Today Show journalist Sam Kubota and author and host, Tiege Dooley-Panko, this podcast breaks down everything you need to know to stay informed and in the loop each week - with a smart, entertaining twist.

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00:25:06

Trump is running for President (again), Taylor Swift...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2022/11/21

This week, we’re talking about the fatal shooting at a Colorado nightclub, Donald trump running for president (again), and his return to Elon's Twitter. We’re also talking about the drama over trying to get tickets to T-Swift (and big picture why that’s a big deal) plus apparently more people are having affairs during the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. All that and more, today on Well-Informed Girlfriends <3

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00:21:28

Colorado legalizes magic mushrooms, retirees return...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2022/11/14

This week, we’re talking about Colorado legalizing magic mushrooms, retirees going back to work due to sky-high inflation and holiday spending. We're also diving into how inflation is impacting peoples' dating lives, customer service wait times somehow being worse than ever before and the next buzz-worthy diet trend, the nordic diet.

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00:23:02

Midterms are upon us and so is a 'tripledemic' this...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2022/11/07

We're back! This week on Well-Informed Girlfriends, Tiege and Sam dive into all things regarding the upcoming midterm elections and a phenomenon medical experts are calling a "tripledemic" as we head into the holiday season. The girls also talk about a new dating trend called "cobwebbing" and "beige flags" on dating apps. All that and more on this week's episode!

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00:36:45

Trump is acquitted, #freeBritney is back, Chris...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2021/02/15

This week, your well-informed girlfriends catch you up on everything surrounding Trump's acquittal and they dive into all things #freeBritney after FX released the New York Times documentary "Framing Britney". Also, Tiege and Sam chat about Bachelor Host Chris Harrison cancelling himself this week and of course because it is Valentine's Day - the girls chat about love and Sam's absolute distain for the holiday. All that and so much more on this week's episode of Well Informed Girlfriends <3

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00:24:16

Favorite Super Bowl moments, Trump's round 2...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2021/02/09

This week, the girls talk about their favorite Super Bowl moments — from commercials to memes — plus they break down everything you need to know about former President Trump's impeachment trial that starts later this week. Finally, they chat about some of their own personal dating horror stories and other major red flags to be on the lookout for. All that and more, on this week of Well Informed Girlfriends!

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00:23:41

COVID cases are on the decline, vaccine rollout hits...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2021/02/01

This week, COVID cases are finally on the decline but the reason why may surprise you. The vaccine rollout hasn't been the smoothest thing we've ever seen, double-masking is a new, fun trend and according to The New York Times, people are feeling more socially awkward in 2021 than ever before. All that and so much more on this week's episode of Well-Informed Girlfriends <3

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00:15:42

We have a new president, but also Bernie Sanders'...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2021/01/27

In this special edition of Well-Informed Girlfriends, Sam and Tiege take you on a quick journey to Washington D.C. during the inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. From fashion moments (including Bernie's mittens, obviously) to picking up on the city's ~vibes~, the girls have got it all plus, as always, some unsolicited hot takes!

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00:30:16

Kamala is making history and so are Biden's dogs,...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/11/10

In case you've been hiding in the woods for days, Joe Biden is the new president-elect. But what you may not know is the adorable history his DOGS will be making this January. Yes, his dogs. Plus, the holidays are going to be a bummer this year because of COVID...we’re talking about some ways to keep you and your family safe. Finally, Tiege went on an awkward date and bailed after learning they did not agree politically...so we’re talking about talking politics on first dates. All that and more on

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00:39:28

The third COVID wave, Gen Z feeling disenfranchised...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/10/19

This week, Tiege and Sam chat about heading into yet another wave of the virus — the third, to be exact. Plus, the girls discuss Gen Z ~vibes~ ahead of election day (spoiler alert, they feel disenfranchised and depressed like the rest of us.) Plus, they're talking about making sure your voice is heard this election season and about how to make new friends in a pandemic (safely and from a social distance!) All that and more on this week of Well Informed Girlfriends.

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00:35:08

Trump has COVID, he paid less taxes than a Starbucks...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/10/07

This week felt like the longest week ever...starting with Trump’s tax returns and ending with him briefly being hospitalized for coronavirus. Plus, it's morbid but just in case, we’re explaining what happens in the event of a presidential death. Plus! The girls have some tips for battling mask acne aka maskne. All that and more on this week's episode of Well-Informed Girlfriends <3

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00:19:29

Saying goodbye to Notorious RBG, taking trips to...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/09/24

This week on the pod, the girls revisit some of the amazing feats of late U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in the wake of her death at the age of 87. Plus, the weird (and expensive) way some people are passing the time in quarantine: flights to nowhere. And it wouldn't be 2020 without another weird food thing, so Taco Bell is making a wine? All that and more, this week on Well Informed Girlfriends.

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00:31:44

Millennials are moving home during the pandemic,...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/09/15

This week on the pod, Tiege and Sam have the latest on the vaccine trials and the people who are now becoming #antivaxxers. Plus, a ton of young people are giving up on their dreams to move home with their parents during the pandemic. Finally, the girls chat about some new research just released pointing to the dangers of indoor restaurant dining. And per usual, there are a bunch of baby announcements! No one is shocked. All that and more on this week's episode of Well-Informed Girlfriends.Follow

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00:29:08

The gender reveal that caused a California wildfire,...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/09/09

Oh 2020, you never slow down, do you? This week, the girls are chatting about the gender reveal party that sparked a new California wildfire. Then, they chat about divorce rates on the rise which they absolutely predicted would happen at the beginning of quarantine. They also discuss a professor who's ASKING to be cancelled and OMG is this the best Dancing with the Stars cast you've ever seen? Tiege thinks yes. Sam thinks no. All this and more on this week of Well-Informed Girlfriends!

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00:30:30

Talking to loved ones about conspiracy theories, more...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/08/18

This week, the girls chat, of course, everything coronavirus including but not limited to conspiracy theories, new research on surfaces carrying the virus and what movie theaters are doing to prepare to open. Then, they chat about how to properly and safely vote by mail, shortages on Dr. Pepper and Chrissy Teigen's big announcement. All that and more on a full week of Well-Informed Girlfriends. <3

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00:30:01

What face masks are really best? Can I go back to the...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/08/13

Sam is back! This week, the girls are talking all things coronavirus (are you shocked?) - they discuss how effective the current testing is and what masks are best. Then, the girls chat with a therapist about best practices for handling stress in the current climate and finally, the girls chat conspiracy theories and what they're watching. All that and more on this week of Well-Informed Girlfriends.

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00:23:51

AOC claps back, Taylor's new album, Kanye's breakdown...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/07/27

This week, Tiege is joined by childhood bestie and pop culture expert, Bailey Rivara. They discuss Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's clap back to Representative Yoho's name-calling, Taylor Swift's new album and why it has a different vibe, Kanye's full-on breakdown and the #FreeBritney movement started by fans to get freedom for Britney Spears...but does she want that? All this and more in this week's episode of Well-Informed Girlfriends <3

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00:31:19

Episode 13: The on-going mask and school debate, the...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/07/20

This week, Tiege is joined by childhood bestie and comedian Emma Tyler. The girls break down the mask debate, the school debate, the Goya Bean controversy, Will and Jada Smith relationship tea and dating rules in quarantine.

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00:13:19

Should schools open in the fall? An in-depth...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/07/18

One of the big stories right now is whether or not schools should open up in the fall. It turns out the issue is more complicated than it appears. We sat down, via phone call, with a grade school teacher in South Central Los Angeles, Alyssa Scofield, a friend of Tiege's from Laker Girls. She told us about the pros and cons of opening schools in the fall for her students.

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00:09:46

How are hospitals doing? An in-depth interview with a...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/07/18

Thomas Serena is a surgical resident in a hospital outside of Detroit who's been on the front lines of the pandemic since it began. He shares with Tiege, who's a childhood friend, how his life has changed since COVID entered his hospital.

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00:24:38

Episode 12: Kanye runs for president, the NBA is...

Well-Informed Girlfriends ·

2020/07/06

Will we ever be surprised again? 2020 threw us another curveball: Kanye West is apparently running for president. Plus, COVID tests are hard to come by and apparently everyone is lying to each other in the time of coronavirus. All this and more in this week's episode of Well-informed Girlfriends. <3

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