the chat

Brittney Riolo and Amanda Jagow

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Standards, spirals, trips, and friendship tea.

The gist

the chat turns early-adult growing pains into casual, fast-moving conversations. Its episodes move between dating burnout, friendship jealousy, intuition, social media comparison, Miami trip stories, and the everyday pressure to expect more than the bare minimum.

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About the chat

the chat is a lifestyle conversation show about dating, friendship, anxiety, travel, and the practical mess of becoming more intentional. Its strongest episodes take familiar social feelings and make them easier to name. Chemistry and compatibility become separate questions: attraction on one side, alignment and long-term fit on the other. Dating burnout gets treated with sympathy instead of performance, especially for people tired of pressure and the work of constantly presenting well. The show also has a clear standard-setting streak. It pushes back on celebrating basic effort, especially in dating and domestic life, where decency can get mistaken for exceptional care. Friendship receives the same seriousness. Episodes on red flags, jealousy, gossip, and resentment frame platonic relationships as real relationships that deserve attention, boundaries, and honest exits when needed. Shorter catchup episodes loosen the structure. A Miami trip recap, restaurant mention, travel mishap, TV finale, or wearable review can become part of the same conversational world as heavier topics. The pacing is chatty and quick. It has a social-media-aware sensibility, but the better moments come when the speakers step back from comparison and ask what the feeling is actually pointing toward. Anxiety is discussed in that same practical register: not as a grand diagnosis, but as overthinking, future-scripting, replaying the past, and learning when a gut feeling deserves trust. The show is not clinical. It says so plainly. Its appeal comes from its mix of self-deprecation, direct opinions, and familiar scenarios that many listeners have had but not always sorted out aloud. The recurring frame is simple: standards matter, communication helps, and friendship, romance, wellness, and ordinary plans all shape the same life. For a casual conversation feed, the chat has a distinct point of view. It is less about aspirational perfection than about noticing what feels off, laughing at the awkward parts, and choosing better next time.

Made for: Suited to listeners who like conversational lifestyle podcasts about dating, friendship, wellness, social media pressure, and figuring out your 20s. It especially fits people who want casual talk with practical takeaways rather than expert lectures.

What sets it apart: The show treats friendship issues with the same seriousness usually reserved for dating, while keeping the tone light and quick. Its mix of standards talk, personal catchups, and social-media-era self-reflection gives it a specific everyday texture.

In their own words

A show about the journey of figuring out your 20s, balancing work with a social life and wellness, taking charge of your future, living a fulfilling life, romanticizing your reality, and, most importantly, mastering the chat! Chat with us every Wednesday! [email protected] IG: @thechat_pod Chat with Brittney @brittriolo Chat with Amanda @amanda_jagow

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let's chat about: our holiday gift guide!Dec 11, 2024

A relaxed holiday gift guide with personal picks and a year-end sendoff.

The episode reads as a holiday gift guide with a calm year-end feel, as Brittany and Amanda swap recommendations before heading into the holidays.

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Episodes

  1. 1

    let's chat about: britt's happenings of the week!

    Sep 23, 2026·24m
  2. 2

    let's chat about: britt's pov of amanda's wedding!

    Sep 8, 2026·42m
  3. 3

    let's chat about: sunday morning debrief w/ LYNDSEY!

    Aug 26, 2026·37m
  4. 4

    let's chat about: Amanda's Wedding Special!

    Hidden gem

    Brittany interviews Amanda about her wedding to Mason, scheduled roughly two weeks after the recording, using bridal-style and rapid-fire questions.

    Aug 18, 2026·46m·3 clips
  5. 5

    let's chat about: catching up with Hannah Kerby!

    Aug 12, 2026·1h 12m
  6. 6

    let's chat about: lyndsey's bach & celeb golf w/ KYLEE!!!

    The Chat features Kylie Draper discussing Lindsay’s bachelorette weekend in Tahoe, a Celebrity Golf Tournament, and the friendship that developed after weekends in Chico and Sacramento.

    Aug 5, 2026·1h 17m·5 clips
  7. 7

    let's chat about: amanda's bach wknd tell-all!

    Hidden gem

    Amanda and Britney recount Amanda’s bachelorette weekend in Venice and Santa Monica, including three themed days, beach activities, games, and nights out.

    Jul 29, 2026·34m·2 clips
  8. 8

    let's chat about: summering with Britt!

    Britt took a two-month TikTok break after feeling that if she didn't record something, "why even do it."

    Jul 1, 2026·24m·1 clip
  9. 9

    let's chat about: England recap & van life!

    Jun 26, 2026·53m
  10. 10

    let's chat about: Amanda's bridal shower!

    Jun 3, 2026·21m
  11. 11

    let's chat about: hot girl habits (that actually work)!

    May 22, 2026·9m
  12. 12

    let's chat about: your emotional well being!

    May 13, 2026·7m
  13. 13

    let's chat about: the hard conversations!

    May 7, 2026·10m
  14. 14

    let's chat about: romanticizing your life!

    Apr 29, 2026·8m
  15. 15

    let's chat about: catching up with Amanda & Britt!

    Apr 22, 2026·35m
  16. 16

    let's chat about: chemistry vs compatibility in dating!

    This episode explores the differences between chemistry and compatibility in dating, discussing how to distinguish initial attraction from long-term alignment and the importance of moving past infatuation before making relationship decisions.

    Apr 15, 2026·15m
  17. 17

    let's chat about: dating struggles & burnout!

    Two hosts discuss dating burnout from different perspectives—one single and one engaged—sharing personal experiences and exploring why dating feels draining.

    Apr 8, 2026·15m
  18. 18

    let's chat about: our Miami recap!

    The hosts recap their Miami trip, discussing fun activities like beach days and dinners while hinting at unexpected plot twists that contrasted with their perfect social media posts.

    Apr 1, 2026·31m
  19. 19

    let's chat about: not being impressed by the bare minimum!

    This episode critiques the societal tendency to praise basic decency and minimal effort, particularly in dating and parenting contexts, using examples like a TikTok video about unequal parental responsibilities.

    Mar 18, 2026·9m
  20. 20

    let's chat about: anxiety vs a gut feeling!

    This episode explores the distinction between anxiety and gut feelings, discussing personal experiences with overthinking and how to trust oneself in decision-making.

    Mar 11, 2026·13m
  21. 21

    let's chat about: friendship red flags!

    Mar 4, 2026·16m
  22. 22

    let's chat about: jealousy in friendships!

    Feb 18, 2026·9m
  23. 23

    let's chat about: low maintenance friendships (do they exist?)!

    Feb 11, 2026·10m
  24. 24

    let's chat about: friendship breakups!

    Feb 4, 2026·18m
  25. 25

    THE CHAT IS BACK!

    Jan 28, 2026·4m
  26. 26

    let's chat about: FRANCE & SPAIN (finally)!

    Jan 13, 2026·51m
  27. 27

    let's chat about: prepping for international travel!

    Oct 29, 2025·30m
  28. 28

    let's chat about: amanda's bday, a wedding, & lots of show recs!

    Oct 15, 2025·28m
  29. 29

    let's chat about: bridesmaid weekend in SD & a broken leg!

    Brittany and Amanda of The Chat catch up on September, including Truckee, Brooke’s wedding, friends’ upcoming baby, and Amanda’s San Diego bridesmaid weekend.

    Oct 1, 2025·30m·2 clips
  30. 30

    let's chat about: engagement photos, a wig party & karaoke!

    Sep 3, 2025·40m
  31. 31

    let's chat about: a wknd in LA, lots of swimming & a new job!

    Aug 20, 2025·33m
  32. 32

    let's chat about: what britt has been up to!

    Aug 7, 2025·29m
  33. 33

    let's chat about: the halfway mark of summer!

    Jul 23, 2025·28m
  34. 34

    let's chat about: 4th of July & more summer activities!

    Jul 9, 2025·37m
  35. 35

    let's chat about: love island, baseball games & more sunburns!

    Jun 25, 2025·35m
  36. 36

    let's chat about: officially kicking off summer!

    Jun 11, 2025·37m
  37. 37

    let's chat about: the Italy recap & an ENGAGEMENT!

    May 31, 2025·1h 3m
  38. 38

    let's chat about: moving into a house, breaking a bone & mother's day!

    May 14, 2025·31m
  39. 39

    let's chat about: life advice for our younger selves!

    Apr 30, 2025·1h 8m
  40. 40

    let's chat about: Napa, prepping for Italy, & adulting!

    Apr 16, 2025·31m
  41. 41

    let's chat about: adult spring break, a moving saga & the air show!

    Apr 2, 2025·36m
  42. 42

    let's chat about: recent travels, traitors finale, & oura ring review!

    Brittany and Amanda catch up after a month apart, discussing recent travels, the Traitors finale, and an Oura ring review.

    Mar 19, 2025·42m
  43. 43

    let's chat about: the journey of being single!

    Mar 5, 2025·24m
  44. 44

    let's chat about: galentines parties, super bowl bets, and a private flight!

    Feb 19, 2025·47m
  45. 45

    let's chat about: how our new routines are going!

    Feb 5, 2025·52m
  46. 46

    let's chat about: the tik tok "ban," love island uk, and self care!

    Jan 22, 2025·35m
  47. 47

    let's chat about: kicking off 2025!

    Jan 8, 2025·54m
  48. 48

    let's chat about: our holiday gift guide!

    Brittany and Amanda use their holiday gift guide to recommend items they already own, use, or want, from Babe Lash serum and Youth to the People cleanser to Barefoot Dreams blankets and Nest fragrances.

    Dec 11, 2024·51m·3 clips
  49. 49

    let's chat about: britt's golden bday & thanksgiving week!

    Dec 4, 2024·36m
  50. 50

    let's chat about: would you rather - thanksgiving edition!

    Nov 20, 2024·41m
  51. 51

    let's chat about: the nuances of girl code!

    Nov 13, 2024·34m
  52. 52

    let's chat about: our november catch ups!

    Nov 6, 2024·30m
  53. 53

    let's chat about: would you rather - halloween edition!

    Oct 30, 2024·39m
  54. 54

    let's chat about: simple/cheap luxuries to lead a more lux life!

    Oct 23, 2024·44m
  55. 55

    let's chat about: amanda's 25th birthday special!

    Oct 16, 2024·39m
  56. 56

    let's chat about: introducing amanda's boyfriend!

    Oct 9, 2024·1h
  57. 57

    let's chat about: the highs and lows of working in sales!

    Oct 2, 2024·48m
  58. 58

    let's chat about: our fall favorites!

    Sep 25, 2024·41m
  59. 59

    let's chat about: navigating adult friendships!

    Sep 18, 2024·42m
  60. 60

    let's chat about: saying goodbye to summer and hello to fall!

    Sep 11, 2024·40m
  61. 61

    let's chat about: the final week of our summer catch up series!

    The hosts wrap up their summer catch-up series by discussing the end of summer around Labor Day weekend and sharing listener-submitted one-word summaries of summer 2024.

    Sep 4, 2024·35m
  62. 62

    let's chat about: day trips, girls nights & moving updates!

    Brittany and Amanda discuss their summer catch-up series, plans for future podcast topics, and share casual personal updates while enjoying drinks.

    Aug 28, 2024·30m
  63. 63

    let's chat about: moving apartments, it ends with us & summer break!

    Two hosts catch up after a summer break, discussing life updates including moving apartments, trying The Ordinary skincare products, and sharing personal experiences.

    Aug 21, 2024·35m
  64. 64

    let's chat about: a week in Atlanta, weekend on the Delta, and celebrating birthdays!

    Jul 31, 2024·32m
  65. 65

    let's chat about: frat girl summer, attack of the sea lions & fly me to the moon!

    Jul 24, 2024·39m
  66. 66

    THE CHAT'S FIRST BIRTHDAY!!

    Jul 17, 2024·52m
  67. 67

    let's chat about: hosting 4th of July parties, drinks with the girlies, self tanning, and in-person shopping!

    Jul 10, 2024·53m
  68. 68

    let's chat about: our latest life updates!

    Jul 3, 2024·53m
  69. 69

    let's chat about: summer plans, goals, and attitudes!

    Jun 26, 2024·51m
  70. 70

    let's chat about: 2024 goals check in!

    Jun 19, 2024·1h 14m
  71. 71

    let's chat about: balancing life in our 20s!

    Jun 12, 2024·50m
  72. 72

    let's chat about: a beginner's guide to nyc!

    Jun 5, 2024·1h 20m
  73. 73

    let's chat about: life updates & planning for our trip to nyc!

    May 22, 2024·35m
  74. 74

    let's chat about: our state of the union!

    May 15, 2024·52m
  75. 75

    let's chat about: our weekend in atx + dear media irl recap!

    May 8, 2024·1h 2m
  76. 76

    let's chat about: our two week catch up & prepping for vacay!

    May 1, 2024·53m
  77. 77

    let's chat about: pop culture w/ sarah turner!

    Apr 24, 2024·53m
  78. 78

    let's chat about: spring break memories & throwbacks!

    Apr 17, 2024·50m
  79. 79

    let's chat about: checking in with your friends!

    Apr 10, 2024·44m
  80. 80

    let's chat about: saving money!

    Apr 3, 2024·46m
  81. 81

    let's chat about: spring cleaning our lives!

    Mar 27, 2024·49m
  82. 82

    let's chat about: first dates!

    Mar 20, 2024·57m
  83. 83

    let's chat about: struggles of the mid-twenties!

    Mar 13, 2024·53m
  84. 84

    let's chat about: what's in and out for 2024!

    Mar 6, 2024·58m
  85. 85

    let's chat about: drinking vs staying sober!

    Feb 28, 2024·44m
  86. 86

    let's chat about: defeating the sunday scaries!

    Feb 21, 2024·35m
  87. 87

    let's chat about: valentines and galentines! <3

    Feb 14, 2024·55m
  88. 88

    let's chat about: beating the winter uglies and glo'ing up!

    Feb 7, 2024·1h 4m
  89. 89

    let's chat about: our instant red flags!

    Jan 31, 2024·44m
  90. 90

    let's chat about: our grocery and food habits!

    Jan 24, 2024·51m
  91. 91

    let's chat about: weekend in san diego storytime!

    Jan 17, 2024·41m
  92. 92

    let's chat about: our bff Sarah!

    Jan 10, 2024·1h 3m
  93. 93

    let's chat about: 2024 goals & resolutions!

    Jan 3, 2024·57m
  94. 94

    let's chat about: the christmas special!

    Dec 20, 2023·54m
  95. 95

    let's chat about: staying healthy during the holidays!

    Dec 13, 2023·37m
  96. 96

    let's chat about: our 2023 wrapped!

    Dec 6, 2023·47m
  97. 97

    let's chat about: thanksgiving week and britt's birthday special!

    Nov 29, 2023·45m
  98. 98

    let's chat about: our holiday gift guide!

    Nov 15, 2023·57m
  99. 99

    let's chat about: save or splurge!

    Nov 8, 2023·46m
  100. 100

    let's chat about: listener Q&A #1!

    Nov 1, 2023·46m
  101. 101

    let's chat about: planning & executing the perfect girls trip!

    Oct 25, 2023·57m
  102. 102

    let's chat about: the engagement party!

    Oct 18, 2023·42m
  103. 103

    let's chat about: amanda's birthday special!

    Oct 11, 2023·49m
  104. 104

    let's chat about: how we manage stress!

    Oct 4, 2023·34m
  105. 105

    let's chat about: adulting tips from people who are barely figuring it out!

    Sep 27, 2023·1h 6m
  106. 106

    let's chat about: a friendship quiz!

    Sep 20, 2023·59m
  107. 107

    let's chat about: maintaining and finding new hobbies!

    Sep 13, 2023·1h 15m
  108. 108

    let's chat about: weekend recap!

    Sep 6, 2023·49m
  109. 109

    let's chat about: night routines!

    Aug 30, 2023·39m
  110. 110

    let's chat about: 10 questions!

    Aug 23, 2023·1h 5m
  111. 111

    let's chat about: san diego storytime!

    Aug 16, 2023·41m
  112. 112

    let's chat about: morning routines!

    Aug 9, 2023·47m
  113. 113

    let's chat about: fashion!

    Aug 2, 2023·48m
  114. 114

    let's chat about: friendship!

    Jul 26, 2023·43m
  115. 115

    let's chat about: our first episode!

    Jul 19, 2023·20m