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Get A Grip with Angela Scanlon and Vicky Pattison
I'm Taking My AI Chats To The Grave
Season 2026, Ep. 47
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The Gagglers reveal the things they'd never let anyone see on their phones, including embarrassing calculator histories, secret AI chats and a surprising amount of poo logging. Plus, a listener shares how a simple bikini conversation changed the way she sees her body, while the ladies discuss parasocial relationships, social media spring cleans and the importance of protecting your peace.
Angela and Vicky are taking Get A Grip to the big stage! Expect feminine rage, big laughs and plenty of bra-swinging chaos. Tickets on sale now: https://crossedwires.live/podcast/get-a-grip
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