Call Her Daddy
Call Her Daddy
"The thing is, if I've learned anything from these past few weeks, it's that you got to keep your friends the ones that you've known for years and years and years close because they come and go apparently." — Alex Cooper
"We were all huddled around the computer, like sitting on our one chair. Yes. He looks kind of good. Like, oh, he's not too creepy. Yeah, like, he could kind of work. And so at the end of the day, like, I obviously could have fucking asked my parents for the money. But it was like, we were just down for the craziest, weirdest shit to do. And it was fun." — Alex Cooper
"It was a taking time bomb. Oh. Okay. You are right. You're like, oh, to be quite honest. Yeah. It was a fucking shit show." — Lauren McMullen
The episode features host Alex Cooper in conversation with her childhood friend, Lauren McMullen, revisiting their time living together in the "301" apartment. They recount humorous and challenging periods, including financial difficulties that led to creative, albeit unconventional, methods of making rent, such as utilizing dating apps for financial assistance. The conversation delves into the dynamics of their friendship, especially how it evolved alongside the burgeoning podcast, and how Lauren navigated being a childhood friend amidst the rapid public growth of Alex's career.
The discussion also touches upon past romantic relationships and dating strategies, including the role of a "wing woman." They share anecdotes about navigating breakups, dealing with difficult dating experiences, and the intricacies of communicating with ex-partners. The guests' shared history provides a candid look at loyalty and mutual support, highlighting the depth of their long-standing friendship.
Towards the end of the episode, the speakers reflect on the challenges of podcasting, the importance of continuous learning and engagement with social issues, and offer advice on dating, texting etiquette, and navigating friendships. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted recap of their shared experiences and a look towards future endeavors.