Just the Gals is an all-women-guest podcast hosted by comedians Joon Chung and Manny Rondon. The show features women who are doing the damn thing. Sometimes poignant, other times eye-opening, and always fun. Let's be GAL PALS!
Glennis LaRoe (@glennis.the.menace) is a NY comedian who started performing in the UK at 8 years old. She's part of the Busch Beans empire, talks British humor, and dives into body dysmorphia. Check out Glennis' work: www.glennislaroe.com Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Ashley Benedict (@ladyhowl) is a mixed media artist. She talks to us about ghosts, how she avoided escaped convicts, and how much her high school art teacher screwed her over. Look out for the new segment: Lady Truths! Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Maggie Buford is a recent Staten Island transplant who's teaching future scientists at SI Makerspace. Listen in on her ghost stories, what it's like living in Montana, and her trip from Texas to Montana. She's a hoot! You can see pics of Maggie's dog here on Instagram at: @mr.korben Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Sharon Chang is a badbass bitch with a capital B! We get into her hate for crocs, dating, and what true love is all about. Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com. Rate and subscribe to us on iTunes!
Jessica Strusman came back from a 6 month expedition through Southeast Asia, where she traveled the tropics and straight up got robbed! Eek! Listen in if you're looking to go on a JOURNEY. Message Jess for any traveling tips on Instagram: @struswoman Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Beauty writer Patrice Peck (@speakpatrice) is the definition of black girl magic. She's an entrepreneur, writer for Buzzfeed, and a DELIGHT to talk to. You'll love her just like we did. Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com. Leave a rating on iTunes!
Bianca Barajas (@biancab925) is a firecracker! We talk about her love for Dr. Who, how she gets weak in the knees for charm, and her Milhouse impression is going to floor you. Listen in! Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Jehan Madhani (http://www.jehanmadhani.com/) talks to the Gals about playing street hockey in Doha, her Harry Potter superfandom, and her LOVE for Murphy Brown. She's a talented animator and just getting her feet wet writing for children's television. She's a hoot! Jehan's comics: https://www.instagram.com/jehancomic/ Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com. Rate and subscribe and tell your friends!
Keri Mabrey is a social worker working with low income families to get children the education they need. She grew up a nerd in Texas and couldn't wait to get out to drop in on Mark Zuckerberg in Harvard. And as someone who grew up half-white, half-Navajo, Keri's had her fair share of being made fun of. She's a delight! Follow Keri on Instagram: @kdmabry Follow Manny: @mannyrondon Follow Joon: @thejooniverse Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com
We talk to actors Sabrina Catuadella and Lydia Fiore from the web series "Lorraine Russo's Family Diaries," which is about a mother desperate to be on Mob Wives. We discuss following dreams at any age, the director's ties to the mob, and the #MeToo movement. They were a blast! Follow Sabrina: @ActorSabrinaC Lydia: @theLydiaFiore
Dee Sader is the boss behind Off Szn, a platform that showcases athletes from around the world during their off season. We caught up with her before she heads out to Bali talking about her travels around the world, her "situation-ships," and just how goddamn inspirational she is to everyone out there. Listen in! Follow Dee at: @dee.szn @off.szn Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Filmmakers Melissa Pellicano and Flavia Di Bartolo sit down with the Gals to talk about their upcoming film "The Letter J," inspired by Flavia's experiences dating guys with names starting with the letter J. No relation to Joon! We talk dating and why school cookies were so damn good. Check out Melissa's production group: http://www.richmondcitymedia.com/ Follow Flavia: @Flaviadee Opening track by Sabrina Fracchiolla
The MeToo movement is in motion and Manny and Joon are trying to make sense of it. Molly Lisenco is here to guide them through it. Big thing for 2018: LISTEN. Follow Molly on twitter: https://twitter.com/themooksterr Email the guys at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Jen Gallo's in the guest seat and it's a doozy. She gives us some advice for 2018 and Manny talks about the time he was a wise ass to his dad. Intro song: Sabrina Fracchiolla
We're back! And we couldn't be happier. This is just a little tease and to say hi. Thank you for continuing to listen and thank you to those who gave us advice for 2018! Let's do it!
Jay Miller (@midevenings) was a writer and producer for Impractical Jokers. Jay really loves awful comedy and doesn't mind playing the bad guy so everyone else can have a good time. We get into his love for the Beastie Boys, his collection of gift cards, anticipating his family's deaths, and what working on Impractical Jokers was like. Follow Jay: @midevenings Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
This week it's just two gals. Manny and Joon make up new superheroes, Joon talks his best man speech at his brother's wedding, and Manny thinks going to a restaurant doesn't make you smell like that restaurant. You be the judge. Listen in on Just Us Gals! Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Victoria Priola is a journalist over at SI Live, Staten Island's local news site exploring all things entertainment and food on the island. She also manages the social media for "Lorraine Russo's Family Diaries," a reality show web series in the likes of Mob Wives. Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Jessica Zed loves traveling and doing things for the story. She went out to Thailand for a year to teach English. There she lived in a flooded house, got into drama with a guy named Randy, and nearly broke her foot riding an elephant. She's our Tinder Abroad! Follow Jessica's adventures: @jesszed Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Christine Zaroura is opening up herself to new ideas and new ways of looking at the world. One way is polyamory and how people trap themselves in societal norms when it comes to relationships. Christine grew up in a strict Christian household and since her father's passing, she's changing her views on the world. Listen in as we discuss toxic monogamy culture and relationships. Follow Christine: @simplychrisz Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Joy Regullano is an actor who's been on Supernatural, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, and Comedy Bang Bang. Her viral hit "White Fetish" got her some internet fame, and she's just getting started. We talk about the Sesame Street Writers' Room fellowship, Asian representation in media, and get silly with accents. Get into it! Follow Joy at @joyregullano Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Crystal Maria is a big fan of comedy, but she's not afraid to get in your face! We talk about her Argentinian-Puerto Rico roots, trolling etiquette, and how overrated guacamole is. Listen in! You can follow Crystal on Instagram: @crystalxmethx Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Wendi Starling (@wendistarling) is a comedian who's gone from being a personal trainer, Whole Foods manager, and sex worker. Oh she's got stories to tell and the universe is on her side. Check out her Jammerz podcast on iTunes and wherever podcasts are found. Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Ariel Elias and Molly Ruben-Long are two best friends who are both comedians and hosts of their show "Well Behaved," a podcast about the forgotten women in history. In this episode, learn how Molly went from volunteering for Hurricane Katrina relief to building houses across the country and how Ariel went from being a jazz saxophone player to Spanish translator. And we deep dive into how a dog dying is worse than a grandma dying. Listen to their podcast Well-Behaved on iTunes and Stitcher. BBC kid's clip: https://www.facebook.com/BBCFamilyNews/videos/1319354311433201/ Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
On the rare occasion we have men on the show, it's because it's a special group. Writer John Szeluga and artist Chris Sorrentino make up Super Live Adventure Podcast, a pop culture and geek fest podcast. We sat down with the guys to talk John's first father's day, how wives know everything, and just straight up shenanigans. Find them at SuperLiveAdventure.com. Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Alyssa Bono (http://www.alyssaannbono.com) is an absolute kickass gal. We talk about her scary experience using an IUD, what it's like working in an animal testing lab, and training in muay thai and feeling powerful doing it. Listen in! Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Harley Pace Rodriguez is part of space-rock duo Gem & Eye. We dive into her days at NYU, what being in a band with her brother is like, and pursuing art in NYC. Listen to Gem & Eye: https://www.gemandeyemusic.com/ Email us at: JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com
Cat Espiritu was practically a princess growing up in the Philippines. Pampered, tended to, all the accoutrements. But then her biological parents showed up when she was 7 and took her to the U.S. where she grew up broke and completely taken for a spin of family drama. Cat's story is something you have to hear.
Joon came back from his brother's bachelor party and Manny's no longer depressed about death. Also, Jon Favreau stopped by. Short and sweet! Email us any questions or comments at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Kelly Kenny is just getting her comedy legs and she's already gotten shingles from doing it. Her mom's not only a shop owner of a vintage clothing store but she's also a pastor and Kelly's dad was a kickboxing world champ before becoming a mason. Kelly's also got a thing for murder mystery podcasts. SHE COOL AS HELL. Follow her on Twitter: @Kell_on_Wheels Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
You'll know why we're calling Gab a heroine once you listen to everything she's doing about treating heroin addicts and addiction. We talk about her work in addiction treatment, how she's a just-in-case Jew, and her absolute fear of someone breaking and entering. Follow Gab on Twitter: @gabishhka Email us any questions or suggestion at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com
Jessie Kuffner is a bonafide rock star leading her band Earth to Starspace. Jessie tells us how music helps with her ADHD, how she's got the short term memory of a gold fish, and how she grew up playing Barry Manilow's childhood piano. Follow her on Instagram: @jessie_kaii Her solo EP Grey Matter: https://jessiekuffner.bandcamp.com/ Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Amy He is a journalist with China Daily. She's one of the first people Joon worked with at a K-pop blog. Amy' was so darn candid and funny talking about the friend zone, her stories of old men hitting on her, and Asian pride. Listen in how we can change Hollywood! Follow Amy on Instagram: @amyhesees Email us questions or comments at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Born again guido Jen Gallo is a master of public health and yoga instructor. Jen dishes on how yoga instructors know you're farting in class, that yoga instructors are just as effed up as any student, and how she wants to teach the people about public health. Email us questions at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Ashley Dalle is a librarian studying to be a Master of Information. We learn about the wide world of watching porn at the library, what it takes to be a librarian this day and age, and her parents' journey to the U.S. from USSR. MASTER! MASTER! Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com
"I remember just being too brown for the white people, but not brown enough for the black people." Gabrielle Diaz learned early she was a brown girl in Staten Island, where eating avocados was a weird thing. She's an empath who loves sex and drugs, and deep dives into how God is probably not a man. Follow Gabrielle on Instagram: @GabrielleEmma Email us with any questions or thoughts to JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
"It takes an army to create something beautiful." Katie Levine is a photographer you want to know. From working at Vogue to now working in high-end fashion, Katie is absolutely killing it. She's wise beyond her years and her journey thus far shows how much hard work leads to opportunities. Follow her on Instagram: @katie_levine Email us JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Jennifer Zitelli is a licensed massage therapist. Let her massage your ears with her stories. She talks how she got into massage therapy, her evil dog growing up, and what her outlook on death is since her parents' deaths. Very eye-opening stuff. Listen in! Email us JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Alexis Feldman is real estate agent extraordinaire. She grew up in a family of realtors and it's only right that she continue the family tradition. She's a Brooklyn girl through and through and she means business. If you need an apartment, hit this lady up: alexis@evergreenapartmentsny.com Email us with any questions or suggestions to JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com
Hey Gal Pals! This one's guest-free but we keep the heat coming as we talk about the Women's March, what the march means, and just how much everyone is looking for their version of "It's a Wonderful Life." Email us guest ideas or questions at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Christina Morales is a casting director in the wide world of entertainment. She's one of Manny's oldest friends and we get to talk about her inspirations, favorite movies, and mortality ;) Chrissy also produces the live standup show Dan + Joe + Charles Show at New York Distilling Company on Tuesdays. Check it out! Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
The episode name says it all. We thought it'd be a good idea to sit down with some past guests (Victoria Ferosha, Gina Policastro, Molly Lisenco, and Eric Alter join in) and get a little bit tipsyyyy and have some fun. Enjoy! Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Michael Bryk, though not a gal per se, is our guest this episode. He's the main gal behind the scenes in Super Secret Show shooting the sketches and being the technical director of all the shows. He's a man of few words but he makes them count. What a gal! Follow Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikebryknyc/ Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Michelle Conrad is a comedian, mother, and sick ass woman. Her stories from her times in Europe to making sales for people going to the March For Life, this episode is funny as can be. Listen in. Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Victoria Kerosha aka Ferosha is a curly-haired badass seeking the Hollywood spotlight. We get into her love for acting, her upbringing, and how she tried on a summer of white boys. She's a blast! Email us with any questions at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Meri Teasdale is the dare we say, THE SH*T. She's a huge part of our little comedy community and a great gal to know. SHE DA BEST. Rate and subscribe to us on iTunes!
Kaitlyn Day is a costume designer who's worked on BROADWAY shows "American in Paris" and "School of Rock." We open the show with Manny's idea for a revolutionary NSFW dating app, Kaitlyn's upbringing in NYC and round it out with how her life has led up to her costume designing career. She's a professional shopper, y'all. Kaitlyn Day: http://kaitlyndaycostumes.weebly.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlynday42/ Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com. Rate and subscribe on iTunes!
Samantha Granados is a huge geek for Star Wars and Broad City. She's a makeup artist regularly working with models, on commercial shoots, and just finished up an indie film. Sam discusses how self-image, how makeup is an art form, and how women of color need to be better represented. Oh and artists need to get paid! Peek her looks at http://www.makeupbysamg.com @makeupbysamg Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com
Charlene Kaye is a SLAM DUNK of an artist. She's in THREE bands—San Fermin, her solo work KAYE, and Guns N' Hoses (Guns N' Roses tribute band!). The Hawaii native talks Catfish stories, touring life, her creative process, and being an Asian woman doing the damn thing. She also met Slash! Listen to her newly released EP, 'Honey,' at https://soundcloud.com/charlenekaye Follow her everywhere at : @CHARLENEKAYE Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Isabella Mingione is making it dark with all that shade she throwing on the music industry! Her love for opera and classical music has transformed into working in music production and playing music herself. She's also got a thing or two to say to all those stinkin' catcallers. Oh, and Pokemon Go—she's all over that. Listen to her some of her music: http://dubleseas.bandcamp.com/ And follow Isabella on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rizzurrection/ Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com.
Isha Aran is a Pop & Culture writer for Fusion. She sits down with the gals to talk about her fashion sense (it's Beach Disco chic), playing piano when she was a kid (she crushed it), and the legalization of weed in Colorado (it's dank). Richard Dreyfuss even paid a visit! Email us at JustTheGalsPodcast@gmail.com. Rate & subscribe on iTunes!