EhMaGawd!

Hosted by Ellen Marlow and Lisi Harrison
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Each week, we’ll break down one of the issues we’re obsessing over. Things like wedding drama, dating, and career angst, to name a few. But because Lisi's Gen X and Ellen's a millennial, you’ll get two very different takes. Sometimes we’ll have guests, sometimes we’ll be solo, but every week you can count on our Current State of the Union. www.stateofthereunion.net

  1. 1H AGO

    Mama Drama!

    Fresh off Mother’s Day, Lisi and Ellen use the characters from the Clique to illustrate different parenting styles. But they don't stop there. Lisi shares her parenting philosophy, exposes what she has witnessed from moms in the wild, and shines a light on the many ways parenting has changed over the generations. And yes, Millennials winning awards for everything does come up—AS IT SHOULD. They also give props to Daniel Kraus, the ah-mazing GLU, who just won the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for fiction. It doesn’t get more alpha than that. If you can only tolerate this podcast for five minutes, fast forward to this week’s Ask a GLU segment and witness Ellen losing her mind over this week’s problem. It’s worth it. If you have a problem that might fire Ellen up, send it to thestateofthereunion@gmail.com, and Lisi will do her best to keep her under control. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    42 min

  2. MAY 5

    Book Club: THE PRETTY COMMITTEE STRIKES BACK

    The Pretty Committee Strikes Back is the fifth novel in the Clique series and one of the most memorable. The OCD girls and the Briarwood boys embark on a field trip to Lake Placid to learn how to survive in the wild. But the only skill our girls want to master is kissing. Massie sees this as an opportunity to regain her credibility in the post-Nina era and offers to teach a kissing clinic. The problem is that Massie has zero lip experience and a ton of fear. Shocker of all shockers, she turns to Kuh-laire for training. Claire agrees to keep Massie’s vulnerable secret as long as Massie helps Claire get Cam back. What could possibly go wrong? Alicia is determined to find out who kissed her crush (Claire). Kristen, who can’t afford the trip, sneaks in and must spend the week hiding under a bed. Dylan’s mother surprised them all when she showed up with a camera crew and then hooked up with their geography teacher. And Derrington catches Massie in a lie that might ruin her reputation forever. The story ends with the girls lost in the woods, pee-soaked, and scared for their lives. When they finally return to camp, they learn that Mother Nature is far less punishing than Mr. Myner. This novel is packed tighter than their LV suitcases. Don’t know what we mean by that? Lisi’s recitation of Massie’s CONFIDENTIAL packing list should refresh your memory.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    48 min

  3. APR 28

    Old Cliques Sink Ships

    It doesn’t matter how happy, successful, therapized, in love, in shape, on-trend, or out of debt we might be—when we are around the people who knew us before we knew ourselves, we regress. Family members, hometown friends, exes, siblings…it doesn’t matter; we return to the roles we thought we had outgrown. Old behaviors return, and long-forgotten insecurities and resentments resurface. This is the theme in the new Clique novel, State of the Reunion, and it’s also an undeniable part of the human experience. In this episode of EhMaGawd, Lisi and Ellen use the Clique characters to illustrate these dynamics and discuss why they exist. Digressions include: Lisi’s cataract surgery, Ellen’s medicinal New York trip, and Amazon Warehouse Syndrome. They also answer a question from a GLU who feels judged for not keeping up with the Joneses. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    42 min

  4. APR 21

    Massie Block Ah-gain! (RE-RELEASE)

    Massie: Um, is your name Sam? Us: No. Massie: Then why are you playing it again? Us: Great question! We are re-releasing the episode of EhMaGawd with actress Elizabeth McLaughlin (yes, Massie Block from the movie) because many of you are late to the podcast party, and we want to make sure you don’t miss this ah-mazing conversation from July 21, 2025. Why? Because this charming, talented, and very Type-A actor knows how to bring it. Topics include: Elizabeth’s day-one illness on the set of the Clique, the grueling casting process, IRL tension between Elizabeth and Ellen, their favorite movie looks, and the impact Elizabeth’s ketchup obsession had on Massie’s character development. Digressions include: work ethics, child veneers, business class, and Botox math. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 21m

  5. APR 14

    Behind the Sex Scenes (w/Intimacy Coordinator Hayley Himmelman)

    You can finally stop wondering what really goes on behind the sex scenes in movies, TV shows, verticals, and episodes of Heated Rivalry. And trust us, it’s way more involved than you think. In this episode of EhMaGawd, actress, genius, and intimacy coordinator Hayley Himmelman tells us what it takes to keep actors and actresses feeling safe while looking sexy. She also gives Lisi some fantastic advice on how to handle sex in the new Clique book because, come on, it’s one thing to accept that our girls are getting down, but it’s quite another to write about it. So, go slip into something comfortable, and let’s get into it (Pun NOT intended). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    53 min

  6. APR 7

    Book Club: INVASION OF THE BOY SNATCHERS

    Invasion of the Boy Snatchers, the fourth book in the Clique series, can only be compared to Lord of the Flies if you completely changed the plot but kept the savagery. When Alicia’s beautiful 13-year-old cousin, Nina, arrives from Spain, the Pretty Committee’s social stock drops dramatically, and their futures are as shaky as Derrington’s butt (IYKYK). Nina, aka Nina the Obscena, steals their pride, their crushes, and several of their persona items, inspiring a diabolical revenge scheme that harkens the prom scene in Carrie. As if that’s not no buena enough, Claire and Massie are forced to become roommates only to discover that Claire is allergic to Bean, and the dog must go. We have exploding water bras, a shameful amount of boob jokes, and a kiss mishap that might change the course of Claire’s love life forever—and not in a cute way. The good news? Glossip Girl has arrived. The bad news? Taco Belle is one of the flavors. The best news? This episode’s No Fly List is hilarious, and so is the banter. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    40 min

  7. MAR 31

    Our Closets Are Full and We Have NOTHING To Wear!

    On this episode of EhMaGawd, Lisi and Ellen come out of the closet and into your ears to discuss the dopamine addiction otherwise known as shopping. Because, come on, very few of us shop because we don’t have any clothes. We polled dozens of habitual shoppers to find out what drives them (no two answers are the same) and share tips on how to make the overall experience more intentional and less traumatic. Digressions include Hulu’s Love Story, The Lilith Fair, and what girls at the University of Arizona are wearing this season. Hint: not much. This week’s Ask A Glu is about the very relatable fish-out-of-water feeling we all have when we move somewhere new. And, not to brag, but our advice is worth a million bucks. Which is great, considering that’s how much it costs to buy a new dress these days. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    51 min

  8. MAR 17

    Mean Girls at Work (Imagine Massie Block is Your Boss.)

    Hey GLUs (Girl Leprechauns Like Us): Imagine starting a new job and Massie Block is your boss? Sit with that for a minute. Unless, of course, you’re dealing with a real-life version of her, in which case, LISTEN UP: This episode of EhMaGawd is a MUST if you want to understand the complex dynamics of mean girls at work and what to do about them. Katherine Crowley and Kathi Elster, authors of Mean Girls At Work and Working with You is Killing Me, share their well-researched insights, real-life stories, and communication techniques to help you survive professional pack attacks. They’re also going to show you what kind of mean girl YOU are, because you’re not as innocent as you think. If you’d like to make a Mean Girl Amends or get some (unprofessional) help with your drama, spill your soul at Ask a GLU at thestateofthereunion@gmail.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    56 min
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Each week, we’ll break down one of the issues we’re obsessing over. Things like wedding drama, dating, and career angst, to name a few. But because Lisi's Gen X and Ellen's a millennial, you’ll get two very different takes. Sometimes we’ll have guests, sometimes we’ll be solo, but every week you can count on our Current State of the Union. www.stateofthereunion.net

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  • Creator
    Hosted by Ellen Marlow and Lisi Harrison
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © STATE OF THE REUNION
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    EhMaGawd!

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