Not the Girl Next Door

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By: Meagan Reynolds

Host Meg Reynolds moved to Nashville in August 2020 without knowing a single person. Her journey wasn't always easy, but it's been one filled with growth, self-love, and healing. Now, she's sharing her experiences with you all as well as bringing on incredible guests to share their stories and discuss a variety of topics. Follow @notthegirlnextdoorpodcast on Instagram to stay up-to-date!

The Relationship That Chose Me
11/25/2024

In the season 3 finale, host Meg Reynolds shares 26 lessons on her 26th birthday (+1 for good luck) that are helping her navigate her 20s. 

From friendships, entrepreneurship, to relationships, these lessons have made her the woman she is walking into year 26, and she hopes sharing them will provide you with some comfort as well. 

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Lose the Ego with Carson Bedenbaugh
11/04/2024

Fellow entrepreneur and all-around badass woman Carsen Bedenbaugh joins host Meg Reynolds on this week's episode of Not the Girl Next Door. 

Like Meg, Carsen found herself without a job & needing to make moves rather quickly, so she shares her story of launching her own event planning business. 

Carsen shares her insights, what she's learned about herself, how her perspective on dating has changed, and the two discuss their thoughts on the "masculine vs. feminine energy" trend currently happening. 

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Still Dating, Still Healing, Still Living.
10/21/2024

In the 100th episode of Not the Girl Next Door, host Meg Reynolds does a deep dive into her personal healing journey and the hit Hulu show 'Tell Me Lies.' 

She shares advice for those venturing on a healing journey of their own, discusses generational trauma, and breaks down the most jaw-dropping moments of Tell Me Lies. 

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Wisdom VS Willingness with Beth Gulotta
10/01/2024

Host Meg Reynolds sits down for a conversation with Beth Gulotta, LMHC & host of "Quiet the Clock."

Beth & Meg break down societal timelines & the importance of balancing mental health while chasing your dreams. The two both have similar stories of allowing their dreams to change and embracing the journey of finding themselves. 

The pair also discussed the importance of being open-minded to life's changes, facing the reality of your "comfort-zone," and why having a small circle isn't a bad thing.

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It Ends With... Blake Lively
09/23/2024

Host Meg Reynolds is back for the first episode in the new NTGND studio! She shares some quick updates on her life before diving into her thoughts on the movie "It Ends With Us" which was adapted from the novel written by Colleen Hoover. 

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains topics of domestic violence & sexual assault 

If you or a loved one are experiencing DV call the national hotline at: 800-799-7233 or text "BEGIN" to 88788


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The End of an Era with Hannah Oemcke
09/16/2024

When one apartment door closes, another opens. Host Meg Reynolds shares the final episode recorded in the very first NTGND studio with her roommate Hannah Oemcke. 

The two reminised on the past 2+ years as roommates, how living together strengthened their friendship, and what's next for them.

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Baja Blasted: The Musical with Gage Briney
08/26/2024

Gage Briney got so Baja Blasted he ended up in the hot seat this week on Not the Girl Next Door.

Aside from being your Blackout Bestie, Gage shared the strategy that helped launch him into the influencer space, his song about getting Baja Blasted at the Taco Bell (yes, that happened) and opened up about how he's handling online hate & past traumas that made him who he is today. 

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I'm a Baby, Mama with Mary Sarah
08/20/2024

Mary Sarah is stepping into her own as an artist and into the hot seat on this episode of Not the Girl Next Door.

As she gears up to release her newest single, 'Baby Mama,' she shares more about how becoming a young mom has helped her become a better artist, how she's developed her sound for the first time in her career, and is here to prove you can truly have it all. 

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The Barstool Bandit with Caroline West
07/30/2024

The only Broadway girl you don't want to leave alone is Caroline West. You all know her as a sassy bartender at Barstool Nashville or from her street interviews, but now she's ready for a new era. 

In this episode of Not the Girl Next Door, Caroline opens up about her personal traumas, what's next for her and the Broadway Girls podcast, and shares some of the tragic shenanigans that happen when you are a bartender in Nashville. 

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Where Have all the Good Women Gone?
07/22/2024

It's the question plaguing men across the U.S... where have all the good women gone? Host Meg Reynolds shares her insights, although the men more than likely will not like the answer...

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The Name of the Game
07/15/2024

It has officially been 2 months since host Meg Reynolds was laid off from her job and one month of operating her own business. 

She shares some updates on her life as well as things she's learned so far. 

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Did Someone Say Industry Baddie? with Ash Wolk
07/08/2024

Ash Wolk takes the mic on this episode of Not the Girl Next Door! She shares her insights and guidance on being a woman in the music industry, specifically an artist manager. 

She and host Meg Reynolds recently formed a friendship amid Meg's career shift, and the two discuss their career paths and yap about life in Nashville, dating, and more.

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BMI Is A Big Fat Liar with Raquel Benitah
06/24/2024

Host Meg Reynolds is back with another guest to continue the conversation of confidence, body image, and self-love during the summertime months. 

Raquel Benitah is a certified nutritionist who recognizes the importance of fueling our bodies while still enjoying life. 

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Diary of a Recovering People Pleaser
06/18/2024

Repeat after me: setting boundaries does NOT make you rude or disrespectful. That's the theme of this week's solo episode! Host Meg Reynolds gives you guys an update on her job search, and then sits down for an important conversation all about boundaries. 

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Girl With No Job
05/28/2024

Host Meg Reynolds comes with a bittersweet life update this week. After 4 years it's time for a new chapter in her career and for the first time EVER she's figuring things out as she goes along. 

If you're unemployed, considering a career change, or just needing some guidance and motivation... this episode is for you. 

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Breakups & Bears
05/20/2024

Host Meg Reynolds is back for a solo episode to discuss the question everyone wants the answer to... when is it time to breakup with someone? 

Meg recently ended things with the man she was dating and discusses why it didn't work. She also shared other signs it may be time to consider breaking up, the infamous "man vs. bear" debate, and her thoughts on the Chiefs' kicker, Harrison Butker's, college commencement speech (iykyk).

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It's Your Journey with Liam Lazore
05/07/2024

Liam Lazore began his transition nearly 5 years ago, and since then he's learned a lot about himself and the world around him.

Liam has shared his story on social media, documenting the highs and lows, while answering some pretty out-of-pocket questions at times. 

Host Meg Reynolds & Liam discussed some of the challenges he has faced, what has helped him on his journey, and more on this episode of Not the Girl Next Door. 

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Ya Got GIGGS? with Nikki Sanz
04/30/2024

Do you work in or want to work in the music industry? Do you think there's a better way to get your next gig? Enter Nikki Sanz- CEO & founder of GIGGS- the LinkedIn for the music industry.

Host Meg Reynolds interviewed Nikki about all things GIGGS- how it started, why it started, and where it's headed. 

The two bonded over their individual passions & dreams, and the magic behind the music industry.

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Get Your S.H.I.T Together
04/23/2024

Who's ready to get their summer body!? Host Meg Reynolds sat down for a solo episode breaking down her guide to confidence. 

She discusses her views on building confidence, tips on how to do so, her own journey, and more. 

Later in the episode Meg also shared her thoughts and feelings on Taylor Swift's newest album "The Tortured Poets Department." 

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All's Fair in Love and War
04/15/2024


What is a Mulligan? with Jacob Razo
04/08/2024

Not gonna lie guys... I didn't know what a "mulligan" was before this episode with Jacob Razo 🤣

We talked about the touchiest subjects in dating from cheating to the meaning of intimacy, and even our thoughts on open relationships. It's always good to get a man's perspective on these subjects, and Jacob definitely delivered. 

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That's a F*cking Red Flag with Brianna McCabe
04/01/2024

Need a new book for your TBR list? Well this week Briana McCabe, author of "The Red Flags I've Repeatedly Ignored" is on Not the Girl Next Door! 

She discusess her debut novel, what lead to it's creation, and breaks down what red flags she's ignored in her past relationships. Briana and Meg also discuss their thoughts on modern dating, self-love, and more!

TRIGGER WARNING: miscarriage, sexual assault, domestic violence, mental health. 

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Spring Cleaning
03/18/2024

Spring cleaning doesn't just apply to your closet... it applies to your roster too. 

Host Meg Reynolds is breaking down TikTok's most "popular" dating theories in this episode, and why they are (for the most part) bs. She also discusses the importance of not just dating your "type," and shares some recent dating mishaps. 

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I Miss My Therapist
03/11/2024

BRB Host Meg Reynolds is going on vacay (much needed) but not without dropping a solo episode on you guys first. 

As she's been dealing with her own burnout struggles, Meg discusses the importance of therapy, how to deal with the dreaded therapy hangover, why therapy may not be working for you, and more. 

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Raise Hell, Praise Dale pt. 2 with Dale Marsh
03/05/2024

Dale Marsh is thirty, flirty, and back on the podcast for a special 2 part episode.

Dale first appeared on NTGND in season 1 to talk about her relationship traumas. 2 years later she's back to share how she's grown, the lessons she learned in her 20s, and what she's looking forward to in her 30s.

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Raise Hell, Praise Dale pt. 1 with Dale Marsh
02/27/2024

Dale Marsh is thirty, flirty, and back on the podcast for a special 2 part episode.

Dale first appeared on NTGND in season 1 to talk about her relationship traumas. 2 years later she's back to share how she's grown, the lessons she learned in her 20s, and what she's looking forward to in her 30s.

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I Need That Crockpot Love with Sabrina Zohar
02/13/2024

In a world of microwave relationships, look for that crockpot love. Sabrina Zohar is back on Not the Girl Next Door with another dose of tough love. 

Her and Meg discuss distinguishing gut instinct vs anxious attachment, texting in dating, and how to re-claim Valentine's Day for yourself.

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Going In Blind
02/05/2024

Dating apps are out... but blind dates are in?

This week on Not the Girl Next Door Meg went on a blind date for the first time ever with Derek- going into the episode they didn't even know each other's names.

Their mutual friends set them up and came up with questions to ask each other.


Let's Get Weird with Jamison Lange
01/29/2024

Host Meg Reynolds sat down with content creator Jamison Lange for a wholesome episode on personal growth... and then they went off script.

Meg and Jamison ACTUALLY discussed smut books, got real personal about their dating lives, and answered buring questions every man and woman wants to know.

Don't worry, they still discussed mental health, their life mottos, and more!

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Flirty, Fruity, Thriving with Max Barry
01/16/2024

Max Barry is a fitness/ cycling instructor, burlesque dancer, content creator, and works in tech... but beneath all the success and confidence he's like the rest of us- a human with fears & insecurities who's just trying to figure life out.

He shared stories from his life which lead him to be the man he is today, from his coming out story to the work he's done to heal his inner child.

Max shared all of this plus his ins & outs for 2024, and the story of why he was single for SEVEN. YEARS.

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Feminine Rage and the Female Gaze
01/08/2024

From bad jokes at the Golden Globes to the revival of the Rom-Com, host Meg Reynolds had a plethora of topics to discuss this week.

She shared her reactions to the flop that was Jo Koy hosting the Golden Globes, shared her insights to the new TikTok trend all about "female rage," her thoughts on the new rom-com 'Anyone But You,' and had some dating advice for women straight from the minds of men themselves.

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Twenty Twenty Four the Plot
01/01/2024

Host Meg Reynolds is starting off season 3 of Not the Girl Next Door with a solo episode! She fills you all in on what she's been up to the past 6 weeks, while looking ahead to what this year holds.

She shares her intentions and resolutions from the year, how you can shift your mindset, and lessons she'll be carrying with her this year.

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The Relationship That Saved Me
11/21/2023

In the 70th episode, and final episode of season 2, host Meg Reynolds is taking a trip down memory lane in celebration of her 25th birthday, and 2 year anniversary of the podcast.

She shares some passages from her high school & college journal, and reflects how far she has come in her mental health journey. Trigger Warning: as these passages discuss heavy topics.

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Leave The Restaurant
11/13/2023

As season 2 comes to an end, host Meg Reynolds has one last dose of dating tough love for you.

In this episode she discusses dos and don'ts for dating apps, her hopes for her next relationship, modern masculinity, and what her view of the "chill girl" stereotype is.

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A Blank Canvas
11/07/2023

What is the meaning of creativity? What does it take to be a "creative." How can you connect with an audience, if you can't connect with your work yourself?

Host Meg Reynolds answered these questions and more on this week's episode. She discusses imposter syndrome and being a creative, how to move past a creative block, and recapped her own recent battle with imposter syndrome following the podcast anniversary event.

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Do They Play Basketball in Heaven?
10/30/2023

TRIGGER WARNING: Grief

This week host Meg Reynolds discussed the grief she's been dealing with after losing her grandfather almost 2 months ago. She shares more about his life, how she's coping, and her thoughts on grief in general.

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The Girl in the Mirror with Ashley Miller
10/23/2023

Being able to look yourself in the mirror and love yourself is one of the best feelings in the world, but for many women, especially those who struggle with PCOS, that is no easy feat.

Enter Ashley Miller, a fitness coach who has built her platform on helping women with PCOS take control of their life while she's navigated her own PCOS diagnosis.

In this episode, Meg and Ashley discuss PCOS weightloss, mental health & fitness, as well as their own respective journeys in all things life and love.

TRIGGER WARNING: eating disorders, mental health<...


Thriving! Not Just Surviving with Chris Castillo
10/16/2023

Calling all my chronic over-achievers (like myself). If you're questioning your life path, feeling unfullfiled when you reach your goals, or just feel overwhelmed in life, this episode is for you.

Chris Castillo is the founder of "Empowered Achievers" and her mission is to help people take the pressure off and find themselves again.

We discussed signs of burnout, how to define "success" for yourself, and why running away to start a farm won't solve all your problems!

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A Dose of Tough Love with Sabrina Zohar
10/02/2023

Are you a little delulu when it comes to dating? Well, this episode is for you! Dating coach Sabrina Zohar joins the podcast for a dose of tough love when it comes to dating, and the realities of it.

Navigating the dating world can be a minefield of disappointments, manipulation, and endless ghosting, but it doesn't have to be. So for my anxious daters, this episode is all about letting go of your personal expectations, why being single is a good thing sometimes, and how to bring the joy back to your dating life.

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Talk is Cheap, Money's Not with Stefanie O' Connell
09/26/2023

Girl math doesn't apply to this conversation about finances. Writer Stefanie OConnell is known for helping women navigate their money and financial freedom on their own terms.

Stefanie and host Meg Reynolds discussed the shame around women and finances, how you can take control of your budget, and broke down some shocking statistics about men vs women in finance.

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