Embrace the Basic Podcast

02/07/2021

It’s a scorcher out there, babes, so there’s no time like the present- we’re talking all things iced bevvies. Whether you’re getting it from Dunkin or Italy, we’re unpacking the cultural phenomenon that seems to have taken over the social life and wallets of the millennial generation. Additionally, Kate recounts her near brush with death, Emma continues to treat herself, and Danielle denounces another dating app do*****ag, in this weeks episode of Embrace the Basic!

22/06/2021

Good things come to those who hydrate, babes! After this doozy of a year, it’s time to kick summer off right with a little bit of self care. We want to pamper one lucky listener with some refreshing essentials- an 18oz. Hydroflask in the sunny shade Pineapple, essie’s punchy pink polish in “enuf is enuf”, 3 fruity vitamin infused face masks, and you can even enjoy a chilled glass of Tevana’s Beach Bellini iced tea while you flip through that copy of Cosmo poolside! To enter:

1. Must Be Following
2. Like this Post
3. Comment your hot gurl summer essentials and tag a friend
4. Share to Your Story & Tag Our Page
5. Extra Entry for 5 star Rating and Reviews left on iTunes- dm us those screenshots!!

17/06/2021

Layer on the SPF, crack open an icy ‘claw, and meet us by the pool because the temperature is rising and HOT GIRL SUMMER is here!! Join us as we tell some spicy stories and share our goals for HGS. It’s time to love those body-ody-ody-ody’s, kiss whoever, and show the F up. Prepare yourself babes, tis the season.

27/05/2021

Embrace the Basic is a podcast dedicated to showing your true colors, shamelessly. Introducing 50 Shades of Basic. We’ll be regularly posting pedi perfect polishes representative of the more basic moments in our day to day.

Enjoy our debut color “mimosa boomerang for the ‘gram” a punchy, vibrant hue that brings to mind the moment everyone prolongs that first refreshing sip to let the Internet know you’re a classy b, Sunday brunchin, and not at all frustrated this is taking too many tries to capture your lighthearted moment. But like seriously we said cheers on three.

22/04/2021

Hey Upper-East Siders,

The moment we’ve all been waiting for, the all new episode of Embrace the Basic is out now. But don’t take my word for it, go to wherever you listen to your podcasts to listen.

You know you love us, xoxo

08/04/2021

Ooops, we podcasted again (sorry babes, had to) and this week we are honoring the esteemed 90’s Pop Icon, Britney Frickin Spears. From the singles we belted into our hairbrushes to the infamous looks we tried to recreate, we’re gyrating down memory lane and we’re so glad you’re joining us. We recount the incredible piece of cinema that is Crossroads, accept Justin’s apology kind of, and discuss the current “Free Britney” social media movement. So grease up, and wriggle into your red latex turtleneck unitard- cause it’s Britney, Bitch.

Head over to iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts to listen!

01/04/2021

Babes!! In an effort to manifest our internet celebrity, we’ll be going live for the very first time, Friday April 2nd at 8:00. We’ll sip cocktails, read some horoscopes, and likely go on some very long, meandering tangents that will leave you with more questions than answers. See you there!

18/03/2021

YALL THE TEA IS JUST TOO GOOD- and we ain’t talkin English Breakfast. Much like Oprah, we’ve come out of hibernation to discuss the now infamous Royal tell all, with power couple Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. So as not to dissapoint, we keep things on brand with many a tangent, most notably anime, Rob Lowe’s hot son, and the wide varieties of plant based milks. The toddies are hot but the takes are hotter, so pinkies out for a tale of Remarkle-able Courage.

New episode is out now! Find it wherever you stream your podcasts!
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18/01/2021

Well babes, we made it. That was one DOOZY of a year, but we managed to make it to 2021 with a sum total of 60 mental breakdowns, 75 bottles of Rosè, 1000 Tiks tokked, and 100 new pet Instagrams followed. In this episode, we reflect on the content that got us through none of the ups and all of the downs 2020 had to offer. We talk making and breaking resolutions (less screen time is just not realistic right now okay?) and our expectations for the year ahead. Also, for the record, Dry January is canceled so grab some champs as we toast to you, dear listeners, for making it this far with us.

19/11/2020

Can we steal you a sec? Cause it’s time for a journey babes- the best kind of journey one can take while maintaining social distance and Covid safety protocols, that is. That’s right, we’re talking about the vicarious journey to find love, courtesy of the infamous Bachelor Franchise. This weeks episode has it all, romance, drama, what we imagine Daddy Chris Chris Harrison does in his trailer between takes. We discuss fan favorites, the contestants you love to hate, Colton’s infamous fence jump (big yikes) and Dale Moss’s checkered past as a Party City costume model.

03/11/2020

Make it happen, babes!! ❤️
Go to VOTE.ORG to learn more.

29/10/2020

Hey ghoul heyyyyy- things are getting veeeeery spooky over on the pod this week. The three of us are are all dressed up with no where to go, and talking all things Halloween-from our proudest costume moments, to the legend of Mothman (spoiler alert: it’s his ass that won’t quit). Perfect listening for while you’re eating that discounted bag of day after Halloween candy, if we do say so ourselves. 🖤🧡

15/10/2020

🍁🍁NEW EPISODE 🍁🍁

It’s fall y’all and we’re kicking things off right with the seasonal debut of the pumpkin spice latte, or as its affectionately known among the “basic” community, the PSL. Not only will you get a history lesson you didn’t know you wanted, we’ll discuss the impact said beverage has had on pop culture and of course the stigma that surrounds it. And it won’t end there, cause you KNOW we love a good tangent- we delve into body positivity in the amphibian community and discuss: have your ever seen your dad cry? As always, it’s a ride (with several pit stops) so buckle up, cozy up, and girl, make it a venti. 🖤

15/10/2020

Can’t say we disagree 🍁🍁🍁🖤

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If you're happiest when the weather calls for a denim jacket and a warm beverage, you're not alone.

14/10/2020

SURPRISE 💋
What’s this!? A bonus minisode, babes?? We’re back and we missed you- let’s catch up!

10/10/2020

Babes- we missed ya. And to say thanks for your loyal listenership, we decided...IT’S GIVEAWAY TIME!!

This basket is full of goodies for the basic witch in all of us, perfect for kicking off SPOOKY szn! You could win:

$10 Starbucks giftcard (treat yourself to a PSL!), an Anastasia Lip Stain to rock the quintessential plummy pout, a vampy red Essie Nail polish, a pair of falsies to bat coyly across the pumpkin patch, a mug to enjoy whatever seasonal bevies your basic lil’ heart desires, a cozy candle, spooky socks to keep your tootsies toasty, and some candy corn to snack on while you listen to our latest episode.

Here’s how to enter!

1. Must be following Embrace the Basic on Instagram
2. Like this post.
3. Leave a comment below with your most used FALL emoji and tag two friends!
4. Share this post to your story and tag our page.

✨BONUS ENTRY ✨

For an additional entry, rate, review and subscribe to Embrace the Basic on apple podcasts!

06/10/2020

We’re baaaaaaack! Happy Spooky Szn babes! Did you miss us!? New episodes return October 15th- we can’t wait to catch up!!

09/07/2020

NEW EPISODE!!! 🚨
Available on Spotify & Apple podcast. Link in bio.

hi babes!! we’re back this week talking about the basic bitch’s holy trinity: TJ MAXX, Marshalls, and Homegoods. In this episode we’re recalling everything from our favorite purchases the biggest deals we snagged! you will also get some serious insight into our psyche as we touch upon few more fun details about the three of us such as: which q***r eye specialist we are, which American Girl Doll was like, a low key ungrateful bitch, and which Disney Pixar Character contributed the most to Emma’s sexual awakening. So go ahead and light up those sand and silk candles, crack an icy ‘Claw and reminisce on simpler times with us, you gd MAXXINISTA you!

02/06/2020

Hey babes! We are taking a break from posting a new episode this week as originally scheduled. While we are still very much basic, we’re having a hard time cackling over cocktails with the overwhelming state of hurt the world is in right now. This is certainly not the moment for our hot takes on reality tv or our latest online shopping bender. Instead we will be joining our fellow podcasters in the in order to show solidarity for our community and support for . We are encouraging our listeners to join the three of us in exploration and education. We ask with the time you would have spent listening Embrace the Basic, you explore some of the podcasts listed below and listen to black voices and stories.
This is a time for awareness, reflection and unity.

We love you all.
Emma, Kate, and Danielle
Podcasts Lead by and for Black Voices:
Code Switch
You Had Me at Black
What Matters
Go Off, Sis
Black Girls Calling
State of the Re:Union
Postbougie
Black on the Air with Larry Wilmore
RePaul: What’s the Tea
The Cash Ash Show
The Read
Afropop Worldwide
Snap Judgment
H. E. R. Space
Call Your Girlfriend
Friends Like Us
Best Friends with Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata

02/06/2020

Hey babes! We are taking a break from posting a new episode this week as originally scheduled. While we are still very much basic, we’re having a hard time cackling over cocktails with the overwhelming state of hurt the world is in right now. This is certainly not the moment for our hot takes on reality tv or our latest online shopping bender. Instead we will be joining our fellow podcasters in the in order to show solidarity for our community and support for . We are encouraging our listeners to join the three of us in exploration and education. We ask with the time you would have spent listening Embrace the Basic, you explore some of the podcasts listed below and listen to black voices and stories.
This is a time for awareness, reflection and unity.

We love you all.
Emma, Kate, and Danielle
Podcasts Lead by and for Black Voices:
Code Switch
You Had Me at Black
What Matters
Go Off, Sis
Black Girls Calling
State of the Re:Union
Postbougie
Black on the Air with Larry Wilmore
RePaul: What’s the Tea
The Cash Ash Show
The Read
Afropop Worldwide
Snap Judgment
H. E. R. Space
Call Your Girlfriend
Friends Like Us

31/05/2020

As we all know, Gossip Girl was the show of our generation. Back in High School, a foreign exchange student from Germany came up to me and asked 'Do you all eat lunch on the steps of the MET? Like in the Gossip Girl?' I lived in Boston.

So for those of you without the time to re-watch the entire series, I will be bravely recapping every episode for you.

If you like what you read, be sure to check out our podcast where we discuss other such important topics, Embrace the Basic!

https://medium.com//gossip-girl-recap-1x1-57e53ac8ac76

“Pilot”

29/05/2020

Babes: here’s the episode we need now more than ever. We’re talking about perhaps America’s first and most lovable basic babe. That’s right, Legally Blonde. From the bend and snap to the snap cup and all things in between, we sing the praises of the feminist icon that is Elle Woods. Favorite film moments, outfits, songs from the musical that get stuck in all of our heads, join us on this stroll down memory lane with us as we fan girl over the this incredible film. Is this going to be Superfun or what!?

22/05/2020

I'm Margot

22/05/2020

hi babes! let us know which one is your Legally Blonde quarantine personality?!

21/05/2020

hi babes! Time to put down animal crossing and grab yourself another slice of banana bread-because the three of us finally figured out how to ZOOM. This week, from the safety of our own homes we confess our most basic moments of self isolation and try to make sense of Quarantine Trends including: how the hell Tik Tok works, why y’all can’t stop making bread, and sharing what we’re wearing (or not wearing) day in and day out. Danielle gets HEATED about Starwars and the ethics of space, Emma tries to pinpoint the moment she realized her own mortality as a child, and Kate pours herself yet another glass of rosé. We cover it all in this week's episode of Embrace the Basic!

20/05/2020

Some socially distant, Basic Observations you’ll hear on this weeks Quarentastic ™️ episode! See ya Thursday Babes 💖

15/05/2020

🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🚨
Have you listened to the latest episode of embrace the basic yet? Crack open a White Claw and your favorite face masks with the newest episode now streaming wherever you listen to your podcast. 💄

08/05/2020

🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🚨
Latest episode is now streaming wherever you listen to your podcast. Have you listen yet? Make sure to comment and your most basic beauty products!