It’s Giving Like

In this episode of Scrubbing In with Becca Tilley and Tanya Rad, the hosts dive into their post-Coachella reflections, discussing their personal experiences with FOMO, social media detox attempts, and the controversial Justin Bieber headlining performance. Becca shares her struggle to eliminate filler words like 'like' and 'as if' from her speech, while Tanya reflects on her decision not to attend Coachella due to physical and mental exhaustion, despite loving the lineup. The conversation shifts to the artistic legitimacy of Bieber's YouTube-based performance, with both hosts debating whether it was a genuine expression of vulnerability or a lazy artistic choice. They also explore the idea of matinee headliners for older audiences, inspired by Jamie Lee Curtis’s suggestion, and reflect on the physical toll of Coachella’s environment. Later, they unpack the drama between Alex Cooper and Alex Earl, questioning the ethics of 'ambulance chasing' in podcasting and the public nature of modern celebrity feuds. The episode closes with a humorous revelation about Tanya’s partner’s sleeping habits, sparking a lighthearted debate about privacy and podcasting boundaries.