Growing Up Girls

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By: Amanda Phillips, Ashley Ellis

Welcome to "Growing Up Girls," the podcast where two sisters share their stories of growing up and raising their daughters. Join us for a fun and dynamic discussion on various topics, from motherhood to career choices, relationships, and everything in between.With their unique perspectives and experiences, these sisters dive deep into their opinions on different issues, providing a fresh and entertaining take on the world around us. From personal anecdotes to funny and relatable stories, they take you on a journey through their lives, sharing insights and lessons learned along the way.Listeners can expect to hear about the...

Happy New Year! 25 Years Since Y2K 😳
#1
01/15/2025

25 years into this century so the sisters go back to 2000, today and forward 25 years to talk trends, music and fashion

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You Belong on a Christmas Card
#9
12/18/2024

Were Back! Join us on this Bonus Episode to Get In The Holiday Spirits...

Catch up with the sisters after the hiatus, and talk Christmas gifts of today and from the past.

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Random Ramblings
#8
04/03/2024

Random ramblings:  Amanda and sister started with good intentions but today was just about catching up 


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20 Years and Counting
#7
03/27/2024

20 years and counting: today Amanda and sister celebrate Amanda and Jamie’s 20th anniversary and what was cool in 2004

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Girl math.
#6
03/13/2024

Girl math.  Today Amanda and sister discuss the first thing they bought with their first paycheck and how they can relate to their teenagers learning about money

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“That’s Hot”
03/06/2024

“That’s Hot” 

Today Amanda and sister discuss hitting middle age and all the physical realizations that come with being over 40.

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Gone Too Soone
02/28/2024

"gone too soon" 

today amanda and sister discuss their favorite shows that were cut short and other random morning wonders

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Everyone has One
02/21/2024

#everyone has one" 

today amanda and sister get off track a bit but ultimately discuss what does everyone but you seem to own?


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Bring it Back
#1
02/14/2024

"bring it back" 

season 6 kicks off with a catch up from Amanda and sister.  recap of holidays and a discussion on what do you wish would become fashionable again

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Wedding wayback
#23
11/08/2023

Wedding wayback 

Amanda and sister discuss their weddings, if they would have changed anything and traditions that just don’t make the cut anymore

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Friday night lights
#22
11/01/2023

Friday night lights 

Today Amanda and sister reminisce about Friday night football games, Riding uptown and todays school spirit 

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Academics make you feel dumb
#22
10/04/2023

Academics make you feel dumb 
Today Amanda and sister discuss all the grade monitoring, advanced classes, how to choose a college. It’s overwhelming and no one is smarter at the end

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Confidence and caring
#21
09/27/2023

Confidence and caring …. 

Today Amanda and sister discuss what it was like growing up as a teenage girl vs being a grown woman and looking back.  Plus their teenage daughters’ current confidence status and surviving highschool

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Driving- where we went, what we did and how our girls will never not have their location known.
#20
09/20/2023


Driving- where we went, what we did and how our girls will never not have their location known.  

Today Amanda and sister tell on themselves.  Where they drove when they weren’t supposed to, first wrecks and how it’s shaping teaching their daughters to drive

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Memory making
#19
08/30/2023


Memory making 

Today, Amanda and her sister discuss some core memories from their childhood that make them giggle; why Amanda’s house is not haunted, and is Lee the most competitive of the family?

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Yes please or no thank you.
08/23/2023

Yes please or no thank you. 

Today Amanda and sister discuss current items and activities that are very popular with them and also things they’re gonna pass on.

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We’ve got spirit yes we do!
#3
08/16/2023

We’ve got spirit yes, we do! 

Today Amanda and her sister reminisce about the days of Friday night lights and loving their school.  And they talk about today's kids and their school spirit

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Mama might need Meds
08/09/2023

Today Amanda and sister discuss whether it’s aging, Covid, or generational expectations.   Either way they smell trash & smoke and might need a nap.

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What was old is new again!
08/02/2023

Welcome to a new season.
Today, Amanda and her sister discuss fashion, particularly their school clothes shopping, concert attire, and hairstyles that are questionable.👯‍♀️💕💅🏻

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Yes Summertime!
06/28/2023

Join Amanda and her sister as they talk about all things summer.  Drinks, songs, movies, and plans.

Thank you and Enjoy listening to our Season Finale.

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What are we listening to?
06/21/2023

Today Amanda and her sister discuss what they’re currently listening to and watching.  Documentaries might be an addiction and sister gives a recap of Vanderpump rules.

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Summertime
#15
06/14/2023

Today,  Amanda and her sister reflect back on their favorite Summer memories and raising the girls in Summer’s between school year calendars is just odd sometimes.

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ON TREND... with special guests
06/07/2023

Today Amanda and sister and the daughters discuss 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐯𝐬 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝟏𝟓 and the daughters give their opinions and advice.

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How clean is clean?
#13
05/31/2023

Amanda and her sister discuss germs.  What’s the hard line on public usage?  Raising girls in public restrooms and why sister won’t go barefoot .

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Me time….
#12
05/24/2023

Amanda and her sister discuss how they rest and reset in their busy lives.  Plus what their grandmas did to set boundaries and how they think their girls recharge when ME TIME is needed.🧘🏻‍♀️

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Negative ghost rider the pattern is full...
#11
05/17/2023

Today Amanda and her sister discuss navigating negativity.  How social media can creep in and change your mood, keeping teenagers out of slumps and keeping it on the sunny side of life.

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Bargain or Bougie
05/10/2023

Today Amanda and her sister discuss what they won’t overpay for and what requires premium purchases.   Plus how spending was when they grew up and how that plays a role in spending on their kids.

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Grades …. I’ve never submitted my college GPA for a single job.
#9
05/03/2023

Amanda and sister reminisce about highschool and their grades and discuss how raising daughters and their expectations of grades is all yaya’s fault. Just kidding

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Stump the Sister
#8
04/26/2023

 In honor of standardized tests being given today we discuss words that we have no idea what they mean and weird jobs that it probably doesn’t matter how you scored on tests.  Here’s to the school year being close to done!


 

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Home Phone...Phone Home, Rolodex to text
#7
04/19/2023

In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane and explore the evolution of home phones. From the Rolodex to texting, we reminisce about the good old days of call waiting, cords wrapped around walls, and customer service voices. Join us as we share our nostalgia for growing up with house phones and the iconic phrase "phone home."

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How Blockbuster Movies Shaped Our Lives: Exploring 'The Movies That Made Us'
#6
04/12/2023

In this episode of "Growing Up Girls," Amanda and her sister take a trip down memory lane as they discuss the movies that profoundly impacted their lives. From childhood favorites to films that shaped their expectations of adulthood, they share their personal stories and reflect on how these movies have stayed with them.

Join Amanda and her sister as they delve into the nostalgia and explore the lasting influence of these beloved films. They share how they expected to break out in dance more often in adulthood due to movies and discuss how certain films have influenced...


Snap, Crackle, Pop: Navigating the Painful Realities of Aging
04/05/2023

Welcome to this episode of "Growing Up Girls," where Amanda and sister open up about the challenges of getting older. They remember the good old days when they could dance all night long in the club, but now their knees seem to be the only ones dancing, with all the snap, crackle, and pop sounds.
As they laugh about the realities of aging, they also share their experiences of dealing with physical pain and discuss the various methods they've tried to alleviate it. While they joke about reviewing arthritic medications, they also acknowledge the seriousness of chronic pain...


Jobs then, Now dreams
#4
03/29/2023

In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane and explore the fascinating world of dream jobs. Remember when you used to think about what you wanted to be when you grew up? Then, we'll discuss our career aspirations as children and how they compare to our current professions.
We'll also delve into the stereotypes perpetuated by schools and society about the types of jobs that men and women should pursue. Our host Amanda has uncovered some intriguing statistics about women in the workforce on a random website. We'll be examining how this data impacts the choices...


Forging Your Own Path: Navigating Pivots and Taking Bold Steps Forward
#3
03/22/2023

Pivots and Paths Taken," we're taking a trip down memory lane to explore some of the small moments that have greatly impacted our lives.  From moments of failure to surprises, we'll share personal stories of the twists and turns that have led us to where we are today.  Join us as we discuss life's most memorable moments, like failing the nursing license exam, getting pregnant and fired in the same week, and more.  We'll explore the lessons learned from these experiences and how they've helped us pivot and find new paths forward.  Whether you're feeling stuck or simply curious about othe...


The Hype Girl Chronicles: Empowering You to Conquer Your Goals and Achieve Success
#3
03/15/2023

I Will Always Be Your Hype Girl," we're celebrating the power of support and encouragement.  We are cheerleaders, and we firmly believe that everyone deserves someone in their corner, rooting them every step of the way.  Whether you're chasing a big dream, working through a tough challenge, or simply trying to navigate the ups and downs of life, we're here to be your biggest fans.  We'll share personal stories of times when we've felt cheered on and empowered by others and discuss the importance of creating a community of support around ourselves.  We'll also offer practical tips for being a gr...


New Year, No Fear: Conquering Your Resolutions and Embracing Change
#1
03/08/2023

Today, we're diving deep into the topic of bravery and taking on new adventures and tasks.  We'll be sharing inspiring stories of people who have faced their fears head-on, stepped outside their comfort zones, and emerged stronger and more confident than ever before.  We'll discuss practical strategies for embracing change and pushing past the fear that often holds us back.  Whether you're considering a big career change, trying a new hobby, or just looking to shake things up in your life, this episode is for you. So buckle up, and let's conquer our fears together! 
 #NewYearNoFear 
#Bravery 
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We Are Old? Yep or Nap?
#8
03/29/2022

Duh! Or bruh!  Do you remember the popular sayings from your childhood?  Today sister and Amanda discuss them by decade and laugh so hard they cry.  We are old

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Track season: from the finish line or from the stands ?
#7
02/22/2022

Track season: from the finish line or from the stands 

Athlete view vs parent view. Today Amanda and sister discuss how loud they cheer from the stands, how much they loved track in highschool and navigating preteen parenting an athlete.

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Super Bowl...Game or Snacks?
#6
02/15/2022

Super Bowl here for the game or snacks? 

We discuss all things Super Bowl minus the actual football game …. Because that’s what sisters do 

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High School Jitters?
#5
02/08/2022

Highschool jitters 
Today sister and Amanda discuss preparing for high school and how much it has nothing to do with moms but we overthink it anyways

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