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The editors of Cosmopolitan.com discuss everything from pop culture to sex to fashion in a hilarious weekly roundtable. Hosted by Elisa Benson and featuring special celebrity guests.

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    • Aug 29, 2017 LATEST EPISODE
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    It's Our Final Happy Hour!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2017 30:50


    This is our 100th episode of Cosmopolitan.com’s “Happy Hour”! From fuckboys to STI's to dream jobs, host Elisa Benson has covered every topic you've ever talked about with your best friends. As our final episode, Senior Sex & Relationships Editor, Ali Drucker, joins Elisa in the studio to turn the tables and put Elisa in the hot seat - as we say goodbye, it's time to get some final answers about what it's been like hosting 100 episodes of Happy Hour from Elisa!

    Stories of Encounters with the Paranormal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2017 41:00


    With the new horror flick Annabelle: Creation in theaters, host Elisa Benson chats with Cosmopolitan.com's Eliza Thompson about the time she met the real-life Annabelle doll. Additional interviews include Cosmo girl Nina Alexander who spent the night at the haunted Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum in West Virginia, and founder of the world's first all-female paranormal investigation team as well as creator of the site "Week In Weird", Dana Matthews!

    How Important Is Kylie Jenner Today?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2017 48:57


    Since Kylie Jenner's TV show "Life of Kylie" premiered, host Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Patti Greco discuss the significance of Kylie Jenner to teens and young women in our world today with a critical eye. Interviews include Kylie Jenner fan and Cosmo girl Angel, and creator of "Keeping Up With The Kontinuity Errors" as seen in The Cut, Mariah Smith!

    What It's Really Like To Be A Young Married Couple

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2017 40:39


    Cosmopolitan.com conducted a survey to young married couples about their sex lives, romance, even divorce. Joining Elisa Benson in studio to discuss the results is Cosmopolitan.com's Features Editor, Emma Barker. Guests include Millennial Marriage Expert Samantha Burns, and Cosmo girl Diana and her husband Danny Camargo!

    It's Time To Talk About STI's!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2017 52:23


    Cosmopolitan.com conducted a survey with men and women about STI's, and the results were startling. Elisa Benson is joined by Cosmopolitan.com's Senior Sex & Relationships Editor, Ali Drucker, to discuss the statistics with Amelia Thomson-Deveaux; "Guys We Fucked" hosts Krystyna Hutchinson and Corinne Fischer; and sexologist Dr. Jess.

    Behind the Scenes of "The Bold Type"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2017 61:39


    Freeform's new show, "The Bold Type", is making major waves! Since it's inspired by our very own Joanna Coles and loosely based around Cosmopolitan, Elisa is joined by Cosmopolitan.com's Entertainment Director, Patti Greco, as they chat at the Cosmo offices with the leading ladies: Katie Stevens, Aisha Dee, and Meghann Fahy. Interviews also include "The Bold Type" creator and Executive Producer, Sarah Watson; Heart's Chief Content Officer, Joanna Coles; and "The Bold Type" aftershow host, Ally Nasta!

    A Feminist Discussion About Changing A Woman's Last Name

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2017 48:04


    Join Elisa Benson for a very special Happy Hour episode! With a studio panel including Cosmopolitan.com's Tess Koman & Kathleen Kamphausen, and author Julie Pennell, the four women discuss the tradition of a woman changing her name with marriage from a feminist perspective. Guests include writer Jill Filipovic, and Cosmo girl Alicia Conway Rock!

    Crazy Wedding Themes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2017 43:35


    Why have a traditional wedding, when you can make your big day be whatever you want? Host Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Tess Koman talk about all of the wild and unordinary wedding themes happening today. Interviews include Cosmo girl Alesha Bales, professional bridesmaid Jen Glantz and celebrity wedding planner Sharon Sacks.

    How To Land Your First Job

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2017 42:47


    Stressing that you have a diploma and no job offers lined up? Tune into this episode for a crash course on how to make yourself a hot commodity to employers. Host Elisa Benson is joined in studio by Cosmopolitan.com's Site Director, Amy Odell, and Cosmopolitan.com's Editorial Assistant, Madison Feller. Interviews include Who What Wear's Hillary Kerr, and Oscar Mayer Wienermobile spokesperson Lizzie Duffey.

    Vaginas: WTF Trends & The People Who Love Them

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2017 51:23


    From crystals for kegels to vagina beauty contests, there is no vaginal topic going uncovered in this episode! Host Elisa Benson is joined in studio by Cosmopolitan.com's Senior Sex & Relationships Editor, Ali Drucker, and guests include Cosmopolitan's Laura Beck; creator of The World's Most Beautiful Vagina Contest, Brian Sloan; and Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation surgeon Dr. Matlock!

    Who Runs The World? Wonder Women!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2017 45:25


    The editors at Cosmopolitan.com are jumping for joy over the new badass superhero flick, "Wonder Woman", so Elisa brought Senior Entertainment Editor, Eliza Thompson, into studio to recap the film. Guests include Lucy Davis, the actress who played "Etta Candy"; Jenny Pacey, the actress who played an Amazonian and is also a former Olympian; and "Wonder Woman" superfan Kennedy.

    Talking Taboo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2017 59:05


    Power, sex, money, image - why are these topics still taboo for women to discuss? Cosmopolitan's Laura Brounstein joins Elisa in studio as they talk about the importance of self-happiness with author Sara Knight, equality in the workplace with The Female Quotient's Shelley Zallis, and vocalizing your own sexual needs with sex expert Dr. Emily Morse.

    How To Deal With Work Drama

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2017 49:23


    We've all had a run-in with a coworker at some point, and it's inevitable it will happen again. "So Cosmo" cast member and Assistant Brand Coordinator of Cosmopolitan, Diandra Barnwell, joins Elisa to discuss how she handles work drama while on camera. Cosmo girls Kate and Kiley call in with their stories, and SoFi's Career Advisor, Gabby Bill, gives tips on how to handle it.

    #SummerOfGo - Travel Hacks

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2017 57:38


    Elisa has been bit by the travel bug and wants to know how to make the most out of this summer. Joining her in studio is Cosmopolitan.com's Special Project Director, Laura Brounstein, as they chat with travel experts about where are the best places to go and things to do. Interviews include Ben Kasman from AirBnB, Gail Moaney from Finn Partners’ Travel/Lifestyle Practice, and advice from real girl explorer Lindsay McCormick and Travel Channel's Rachel Rudwall.

    Living in Debt

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2017 60:47


    Our society is so eager to encourage spending money, yet nobody is talking about the crippling affects of what happens to your life when you’re in debt. Join Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Social Media Manager, Caitlin Scott, as they speak with real women in debt, and get tips from financial expert and New York Times best-selling author Nicole Lapin on how to get out of it.

    Life After Winning

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2017 45:21


    Winning the lottery or a reality show sounds like a great idea, but what really happens to your life after you win? Join Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Senior Entertainment Editor Eliza Thompson as they ask real-life winners how their life, career, and bank accounts have changed since winning. Interviews include Alisan Porter, season 10 winner of NBC's "The Voice"; Terri Pous, two-time "Jeopardy" winner; and Christy Jeffreys, winner of Oxygen's "Battle of the Ex Besties".

    Pubic Hair

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2017 39:53


    Brazilian, shave, or au natural? Let's talk about pubic hair! Join Elisa Benson in studio with Cosmopolitan.com's Senior Sex & Relationships Editor, Ali Drucker, as they discuss the trends, questions, and preferences of it between men and women. Guests include contributing writers Frank Kobola and Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux, who share their opinions and shocking results of a Cosmopolitan.com survey all about - you guessed it - pubic hair.

    The Reality of the Before & After Photo

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2017 54:02


    Before & after photos on Instagram- are they motivating... or dangerous? Has the world of fitness inspo pushed some into obsessing over achieving perfection? Join host Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Senior Fitness & Health Editor, Elizabeth Narins, discuss whether this trend could have a dark side. Interviews include fitness Instagram star Anna Victoria, Dr. Linda Bacon, and Lexie Louise!

    All Things Music Festivals!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2017 61:27


    It's music festival season! Join Elisa Benson in studio with Cosmopolitan.com's Eliza Thompson and Peggy Truong as they discuss the ins and outs of festivals across the US. Interviews include Grace from Clean Bandit, Tom Russell from Founders Entertainment, and Cosmopolitan.com's Style Director Charles Manning.

    Body Positivity

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2017 71:42


    It's time to end body shaming for once and for all, and celebrate all bodies! Host Elisa Benson is joined in studio by Cosmopolitan.com's Senior Fitness and Health Editor, Elizabeth Narins, as they chat with three women who are at the forefront of the body positivity movement. Interviews include author Lindy West, yoga instructor and author Jessamyn Stanley, and body positivity advocate Megan from @bodyposipanda..

    What It's Like Getting Married At Disney

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2017 45:55


    We just can't get enough of the most magical place on Earth, and neither can these brides! Host Elisa Benson is joined in studio by Cosmopolitan.com's Senior Photo Editor, Kathleen Kamphausen, as they discuss all the deets of a fairy tale wedding at Cinderella's castle. Interviews include Disney's Korri McFann, as well as brides Nicole, Lindsay and Jackie, who reflect on their big day.

    Polyamory

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2017 46:07


    Join Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Senior Sex & Relationships Editor, Ali Drucker, as they explore the world of polyamory. Interviews include Dedeker Winston, Jase Lindgren and Emily Matlack from the "Multiamory" podcast, and more!

    Bridesmaid Confessions

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2017 33:16


    Nobody said being a bridesmaid is easy! Professional bridesmaid, Jen Glantz, joins Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Hayley MacMillen in studio as she shares how she turned an obligation to friends on their wedding day into a career. Then, we hear from real Cosmo girls what they really think about being a bridesmaid.

    Why I Cheated On My Spouse

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2017 49:45


    Getting down to the truth about cheating isn't that easy. Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Senior Sex & Relationships Editor, Ali Drucker, chat with real people who have cheated in the past and break down the complexity of the simple question- why?

    Who Invents Cosmo's Sex Positions?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2017 37:53


    It takes a village here at Cosmopolitan.com to make sure our sex positions are worthy of sharing with you. So, let's introduce the people who are professionals at teaching you the art of getting busy in the bedroom. Joining Elisa Benson in studio is Cosmopolitan.com's Senior Sex & Relationships Editor, Ali Drucker. Interviews include writer Jill Hamilton and illustrators Marcy Gooberman and Katie Buckleitner!

    Dating Across the USA

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2017 51:04


    Think dating in your city is hard? Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Features Editor, Emma Barker, are joined in studio by Jada Yuan, a journalist who traveled to 6 cities across the country to get a feel for the different dating cultures in our country. Finally, they hear from Dr. Helen Fisher, who gives the scoop on dating stats for singles throughout the USA.

    Stripper Confessions

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2017 40:03


    We think we know what being a stripper entails, but do we really have any idea? Host Elisa Benson chats with two women in the stripping industry, including Kasey Koop, a stripper who is also a comedian and writer. This is one juicy episode you cannot miss!

    What Guys Really Think About 'Fifty Shades of Grey'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2017 46:04


    We all know a Cosmo girl loves "Fifty Shades", but what about the men in her life? Cosmopolitan.com's contributor, Frank Kobola, joins host Elisa Benson in the studio as they ask real guys what they truly think of the "Fifty Shades" phenomenon.

    Behind the Scenes of 'So Cosmo'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2017 40:03


    You want to know what it's like to work at Cosmopolitan? Join the cast of E!'s addicting new series, "So Cosmo", as they give us juicy behind the scenes details of the show. Host Elisa Benson is joined by Cosmopolitan's Diandra Barnwell, Steven Brown, and Leah Wyar.

    Fuckboys with Lauren Giraldo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2017 47:10


    We all have a story of a fuckboy in our life who makes us want to face palm just thinking about him. You are not alone! On today's episode, social media starlet Lauren Giraldo joins Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Sex & Relationships Editor, Ali Drucker, to dissect the innerworkings of that guy we loathe - the fuckboy. Interviews feature outrageous, real life stories from Cosmo girls that you must hear!

    Negotiation Hacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2017 39:18


    Ready to ask for that big promotion at work? Host Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Sex & Relationships Editor, Hayley MacMillen learn the best secrets to negotiating your way through your career. Interviewed guests include Hearst's Chief Content Officer Joanna Coles, and more!

    I Quit My Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2017 47:42


    Have you ever dreamed of quitting your job and traveling the world? Catch host Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Features Editor Emma Barker find out how to make that happen with real life people who quit their life to chase their dreams.

    I Was Sexually Assaulted

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2017 40:40


    Two months ago Cosmopolitan.com released a video on sexual assault that has since received over 14 million views. Tune in as host Elisa Benson digs deep into the issue of sexual assault in our society. 

    Fetishes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2017 40:41


    It's time we open up about what gets us off! Host Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Sex and Relationships Editor, Hayley MacMillan, sit down and discuss all things fetishes. From writer Jillian Keenan opening up about Shakespeare and spanking, to professional dominatrix Encina Severa showing us how the pros do it, to Dr. Shannon Chavez giving insight on fetishes in relationships - this is one episode you cannot miss.

    Sexopedia!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2016 27:45


    Let's talk about sex! Host Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Sex and Relationships Editor, Ali Drucker, surprise editors and friends of Cosmo by quizzing them on their sex knowledge. You might be surprised how much - or little - some people know.

    The Reality of Reality TV

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2016 52:57


    We call it reality TV, but is it real? Host Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Senior Entertainment Editor, Eliza Thompson, get down to the bottom of this question by going to those who know best - reality TV stars! Interviews include "The Hills" star Spencer Pratt, and from "The Bachelor" season 19 and "Bachelor In Paradise" seasons 2 and 3, Ashley I!

    Cosmo's Top 10 in Pop Culture for 2016

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2016 58:25


    So much happened in 2016, how can we possibly narrow down pop culture's epic moments to just 10? Tune in to find out what made the cut with host Elisa Benson, Cosmopolitan.com's Entertainment Editor Patti Greco, and stand up comedian and entertainment journalist Chloé Hilliard. Joining the panel are reality stars Spencer & Heidi Pratt.

    Heroin addiction

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2016 43:15


    Heroin addiction is a harrowing epidemic affecting thousands of families across America. Host Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Features Editor Emma Barker listen to the stories of Kellie Myers and Crystal Oertle - both who have very personal but very different stories to share about drug addiction.

    The Truth About S&M

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2016 45:09


    Whips, chains, and spanking- oh my! Host Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Senior Sex and Relationship Editor, Ali Drucker, investigate what S&M really means. Guests include Dominatrix Miss Lucy, sex therapist Dr. Shannon Chavez, and more!

    How To Deal With Failure And Rejection

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2016 48:03


    Break-ups, flunking an exam, missing that promotion at work - at some point in life, we all get rejected from something. Host Elisa Benson and Cosmopolitan.com's Entertainment Editor Patti Greco chat with comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish, tv host and media coach Suzanne Sena, and celebrity psychotherapist Dr. Lisa Palmer about how to deal with rejection and failure in life.

    Election 2016 Aftermath

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2016 57:56


    The election may be over, but the conversations have only just begun. Joining host Elisa Benson in studio is Cosmopolitan.com's Site Director Amy Odell as they try to make sense of this whirlwind of an election. Guests on the show include Democratic Strategist Atima Omara, entrepreneur Liliana Gil Valleta, and Charmaine Yoest, former Reagan & Huckabee advisor/Republican political commentator.

    I'm Having a Baby! Crazy Labor Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2016 40:34


    Baby on the way! Ready or not, some women give birth in unexpected circumstances. Host Elisa Benson sits down with Seventeen.com's social media editor Ariel Nagi to chat with orgasmic birth expert Debra Pascali-Bonaro about childbirth.

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