Ana's Group Chat Podcast

This week's special guest host is the one person who knows me better than I know myself, my husband Ryan Szabo!

We chat all about the pregnancy from his perspective, how men and women experience this phase of life differently, and how baby Szabo isn't the only new member of the family...

Plus, this is Ana's Group Chat afterall so Ryan also chats about the "Dungeon Crawler Carl" book series, and we share all our thoughts on the highly praised Nathan Fielder documentary, "You Can See Everything".

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This episode is titled “Ana & The Group Chat” because it’s essentially an extended voice memo from me to you! (Yes, it’s a solo episode!)

A little bit of everything in this one-on-one about lessons I’ve learned on this pregnancy journey, expectations vs reality, body image, friendships, and an updated list on things that have made me cry.

But that’s not all because I also share a list of my Perfect Fall Recs, and answer some of the questions submitted by YOU!

Plus, with BookTok on fire with recent “Fourth Wing” and “ACO...

Back by popular demand by you, Justin Chavez is BACK to guest host another episode!

In this episode, we chat all about our recent Halloween parties, award-winning costumes, scary things that traumatized us as kids, and more!

Plus, we discuss some pop culture news, niche pop culture costumes, ACOTAR 6 release, and more!

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Alicia is officially on maternity leave, so as a special guest host this week please welcome one of my best friends and radio husband, Justin Chavez!

Justin and I catch up on life happenings, new hobbies, the mind tricks of pregnancy weight, Justin’s sobriety journey, and more.

Plus, we discuss the latest in the world of pop culture girlies from Tate McRae’s new “Housewife” music video, Miley Cyrus at the Hollywood Bowl, “Dancing with the Stars” drama, and the difference between constructive criticism and negativity.

I hope a few of you saw Justin a...

Pop artist Freya Skye is on her "Stars Align" tour, and I got to chat with her backstage before her show in Dallas, TX!! We chat all about her newest music video for "Bad Taste", the easter eggs, the tour, the upcoming album, and more!

Also in this episode, details on how to sign up for our next Ana's Group Chat movie screening for "CLAYFACE", a tease on my upcoming guest host, and more!

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Alicia is still here! As she gets closer and closer to her due date, Ana has vowed not to check her location to ruin the surprise!

In this week’s episode, Ana shares why she cried at her latest doctor’s appointment, Alicia shares a list of things turning 20 this year to make us feel old, and we get ready to welcome Baby Becerra!

Plus, Ana’s review on “Verity”, “Carrie”, and Alicia’s list of scary movie recommendations for spooky season!

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Did we predict the ending? Were we right about the murderer? And what part of the finale had us screaming about making a “rookie mistake”?

In this episode of Ana’s Group Chat Book Club, we discuss the finale to “In A Dark, Dark Wood” by Ruth Ware! Our overall thoughts, if we liked the ending, and why we felt like this genre was extra fun for the podcast.

Plus, Alicia will be on maternity leave any day now, so what are we reading next?

And as a bonus, Ana started “Carrie” on Prime Video, a...

We would say the cat is out of the bag when it comes to Ana’s baby’s gender, but you’ve known since last week! Thank you to all the Chatters who caught Ana’s slip ups last week and kept it a secret!!

In this week’s episode, Ana reveals all the answers to her gender reveal easter egg hunt, and Alicia and Ana talk about the excitement and pressures of being boy moms.

Plus, Alicia is officially having an October baby! She’s so close to the finish line, but before that she had to b...

WE KNEW IT…. kinda!

In this week’s AGC Book Club, we’re chatting all about “In A Dark, Dark Wood” by Ruth Ware, chapters 20-29

When we left off last week, we had suspicions about the footprints and where the story could be going. This week, we feel validated in some of our predictions, and also shocked in the character development that is taking place!

But we’re getting closer to finding out what happened! We make our final predictions on who did it, what happened, and how the story will finally unfold befor...

SURPRISE! Ana is so excited to share the wonderful news - she’s pregnant!!

In this week’s episode, hear the recording from when Ana shared the news with Alicia, and all the emotions that came with it!

This is a full pregnancy yappy hour episode, subtitled “Two Pregnant Hoes & A Mic”. We chat all about the excitement, the fears, and the anxiety that comes with an announcement and the first few months of pregnancy.

This episode also includes conversations about miscarriage, pregnancy loss, and IVF. We fully understand that the topic of pregnanc...

BOOK CLUUUUUUB! Alright Chatters, you had a great response when book club was given its own episode, so we decided to do it again!

In this week’s book club, we discuss chapters 10-19 of “In A Dark, Dark Wood” by Ruth Ware.

We’re suspicious, waiting for the other shoe to drop, and making guesses on where we think this could be going. Also we all agree that we would never touch a ouiji board, right?

Who are some of your main suspects?

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In this week’s episode, Ana is on the edge of her seat because of Taylor Swift while Alicia shares her newest Taylor Swift-esque hobby!

Plus, Alicia is a die-hard fan of “Dancing with the Stars” so we discuss the premiere episodes, pick our faves, wonder if we’re reaching the original DWTS demo or if their target audience has changed..

Also, our sweet listener Lauren wrote in for AAAAA (Ask Ana & Alicia Anything) asking for advice on making and maintaining friendships when you reach the parenting stage of life.

As for book club, we...

In this week’s episode, Ana toured some open houses and misunderstood when Alicia said she was on house arrest as her due date gets closer and closer…

Plus, you wrote in for AAAAA (Ask Ana and Alicia Anything) and we answered! A few missed chapters from Alicia’s life, Ana’s personal beef with Abraham Lincoln, advice to our younger selves, and more!

And for book club, we discuss chapters 1-9 of “In A Dark, Dark, Wood” by Ruth Ware. Are you also reading it in a british accent? And do you feel like some of the...

Actor Tim Robbins, known for "Shawshank Redemption", "Top Gun", and now "Silo", joins Ana to chat about the season 3 finale of "Silo" on AppleTV+

Plus, Ana shares a recap of the "Practical Magic 2" screening and gives an update on book club for those who missed it!

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In this week’s episode of Ana’s Group Chat, Alicia’s cravings, crashouts, and patience are being tested while she’s in her third trimester, all while Ana binge-watched “Earle Meets World” and knocked things off her 3-year-long to-do list.

Plus, we answer the first ever AAAAA (Ask Ana & Alicia Anything) submission for Jenny, an introvert who feels nervous about an upcoming bachelorette party filled with extroverts.

As for AGC Book Club, thank you for all the incredible Fall suggestions! We took the most popular titles and drew out of our magical Eras Tour cup to pick...

Ana and Alicia have so much to say about “Yours Truly” by Abby Jimenez, that it needed it’s own special Ana’s Group Chat Book Club episode!!

How did Ana and Alicia feel about the two main characters and their constant miscommunications? And which moment made Ana cry and Alicia relate incredibly hard to? And more importantly, how did “The Last Letter” by Rebecca Yarros scar the both of them into thinking something horrible would happen instead of a happy ending?

So now we are left with the next biggest question…. What should we read next? Let...

In this week’s episode of “Ana’s Group Chat Podcast”, Alicia shares details from her coven-themed baby sprinkle, and showers Ana with the personalized gifts she missed.

Ana also shares a heartfelt open letter as a tribute to a very close friend who recently passed. Ana and Alicia discuss the complications of experiencing grief, the beauty that can come from connecting with others, and how female friendships have become so important to the both of them.

To round it out, Ana and Alicia share their idea for a new advice column where they invite listener...

Fresh off Lollapalooza and before hitting the road with Noah Kahan and Gracie Abrams, rising star Bella Kay joins Ana's Group Chat this week! 

Hear all about her debut album, "My Reckless Abandon", the frenzy around her viral hit "iloveitiloveitiloveit", her first ever music video, and how she feels when people say that their favorite small artist isn't so small anymore! 

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When the dress code is "extra", how extra is too extra? Ana hosted an event at a bookstore recently that gave her and Alicia the perfect opportunity to dress up! Plus, Alicia is moving Atlas into a big boy room while she gets the nursery ready for baby #2, though she has some questionable decor... 

Plus, "Sterling Point" on Prime Video is popping off, the "Wicker" trailer has us in tears, and inspired by the new movie "One Night Only", Ana came up with a fun game that mixes horror and romcoms! 

Ana turned 33 over the weekend and got a bit reflective, so she came up with a list of "33 Life Lessons" to share with the group chat! Plus, as Alicia enters her third trimester, she's becoming very sensitive to certain things she sees on the internet... 

Plus, Ana and Alicia finally watched one of the biggest movies of the year, "Obsession," and have plenty of thoughts and relatable moments to share about the horror movie! "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" also hit theaters and made Ana feel more emotional than anticipated! 

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Welcome to the first ever Ana's Group Chat "So Far" Awards!!!!!!! As we round out July and hit the middle of the year, let's take a look back on some of the best moments from the year... so far! 

The best movie, the best show, the best podcast moment, the girlie pop of the year, and more!!! 

A fun, lighthearted, mid-summer episode for everyone!! 

Be sure to join Ana's Group Chat on social media to share what you're into, recommend topics, and stay in tou...

CODE ORANGE!!! Is 100 degree weather in July too early for Halloween decor? Plus, Ana is in her feelings after throwing a surprise party.. 

In the pop culture corner, Ana shares her official press comment review on "The Odyssey" and her fantasy draft pick for this season of "Big Brother". 

As for book club, we saw all the suggestions on a hehe-haha-summer-romance, so we put together a list and a game to pick the next book we'll read together!! 

Be sure to joi...

Ana and Alicia are back from summer break! One traveled to three different states, and the other cared for a sick toddler, we'll let you guess which is which. Between catching up with travel stories, we also discuss how navigating adult friendships can sometimes be difficult. 

In the world of pop culture, we have so much to catch up on! Taylor Swift's wedding, "Love Island USA" finale, and a reboot of a childhood classic that feels a bit unnecessary. 

As for book club, it's time for the long awaited re...

Michael Schur, creator of "The Good Place", "Brooklyn Nine-Nine", and "Parks and Rec" and sports journalist Joe Posnanski join the group chat to talk all about their new book, "BIG FAN: Two Friends, 82,490 Miles, and the Wild, Wonderful Sports We Love". 

In "BIG FAN", Schur and Posnanski embark on an epic, often ridiculous sports pilgrimage, logging more than 81,000 miles as they immerse themselves in beloved and bizarre sporting events across the world. They also explore the phenomenon of fandom, and what community means to so many people in different areas of interest from sports t...

Happy Hilary Duff Week to all who celebrate!! Ana and Alicia are seeing one of their lifelong role models, Hilary Duff, in concert this week! What songs do they hope to see on the setlist? What will the outfits be? And why is Hilary Duff blocked on Instagram?! 

Plus, the summer is heating up at "Love Island," and both Ana and Alicia have a lot of opinions on how this season is going and how the islanders are handling their relationships. 

As for book club, Ana and Alicia both ag...

In this bonus episode of Ana's Group Chat Podcast, Ana had the opportunity to interview the star of DC's "Supergirl", Milly Alcock, and the director of the movie, Craig Gillespie! 

Hear the interview, Ana's review of the newest superhero, and also about the screening that Ana hosted for the group chatters! 

This summer, Supergirl undertakes an epic, unmissable interstellar journey to save the life of her best friend, her dog, Krypto. Starring Milly Alcock in the title role and featuring such fan favorite DC characters as Superman and intergalactic bou...

The group chat is getting the newest, tiniest member very soon!! Hear all about the exciting news that Alicia has been keeping a secret since before the podcast even launched! And in typical AGC fashion, Ana and Alicia also have a deeper conversation about mixed emotions. 

Plus, did anyone else cry watching "Voicemails for Isabell" on Netflix? Ana and Alicia talk about the new romcom starring Zoey Deutch and Nick Robinson, and how it perfectly hit them in the feels! 

And book club continues with "The Last Letter" by Re...

In this week's episode, Ana and Alicia make a gameplan for the upcoming Hilary Duff concert, Alicia shares how the first round of swim lessons ended in a "code pink", and Ana gives a spoiler-free review on "Toy Story 5". 

Plus, is anyone else crying because of how wholesome the World Cup is? Ana shares how her algorithm is affecting her emotionally, and also how the World Cup also has her searching for her own cultural identity. 

And finally, Ana and Alicia share their reactions to "Every Year After", the TV...

In this week's episode, Ana fears she developed an unknown allergy as an adult, Alicia is gearing up for her son's first swim lessons, and the idea of phone-free concerts is becoming a reality! 

Plus, all our thoughts on the first week of "Love Island," covering everything from the dramatic contestants and the raunchiness to the conversations we're glad are getting airtime. 

And for book club, was "The Last Letter" by Rebecca Yarros an emotional mistake? Our listeners seem to think so, but we're diving into chapters 1-5 and ge...

Ana and Alicia found ancient artifacts: their old iPods! Do you remember what songs you had on your iPod growing up? In this episode, we explore our old playlists and walk down memory lane, while also discussing the realities of being in our 30s. Some weekends are spent at concerts and bars while others are spent looking for new hobbies! 

Plus, Alicia has officially finished "Fourth Wing" and shares her final thoughts on the book, the ending, and that cliffhanger! *THIS EPISODE CONTAINS MAJOR SPOILERS!!*

So now you know w...

Ana went to the beach and Alicia went camping, yet somehow both weekends were almost identical? Hear about the moment that brought out both laughter and anger! 

PLUS, the Chatter's Choice of the week, "Remarkably Bright Creatures," moved both of our hosts to tears, and sparked a conversation about connection, life, and aging. 

And for book club, Alicia gives her thoughts on why "Fourth Wing" is being marketed incorrectly, and Ana shares a spoiler-free review on "Yesteryear" after finishing it over the holiday weekend! 

Wha...

In this week's episode, Alicia shares something "life changing" that happened over the weekend, which she couldn't wait to tell Ana about, while Ana found herself almost doing an "Irish exit" in her own home... 

For this week's Chatter's Choice, there are two majorly different picks that must be discussed! Starting with "The Crash" on Netflix, the true-crime documentary that has the group on fire in the comments! Alicia has followed the case behind the documentary for a few years, and shares her thoughts on the whole thing. Meanwhile, Ana had to touch grass a...

Alicia had a relaxing and loving Mother's Day, and she also shared the small moment that made her feel the most special. Meanwhile, Ana hosted a baby shower and officially added her own mom to the Group Chat! 

PLUS, would we look good in the "live, laugh, love" of hats? And which TV show unlocked a memory that Ana had about Alicia? Also check out our review on this week's Chatter's Choice, "Rooster" on HBO!

And for this week's book club, Ana shares her initial thoughts on the first 30 p...

Ana found Tiffany's music in the summer of 2025, and has been following along as Tiffany prepares to release her EP, "The Lone Starlet," which features songs like "Bullet" and "Damn Good Actress". 

Earlier this week, Tiffany hosted a screening event for the music videos that accompany the EP, so Ana got to chat and catch up with her beforehand! 

Tiffany Stringer's EP, "The Lone Starlet" is out now! 

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First and foremost, thank you for the overwhelmingly kind response to last week's emotional episode. It was a personal and heavy one, but this community continues to shine with love and respect, thank you. 

This week, Ana and Alicia acknowledge the mixed emotions associated with Mother's Day. While it's important to celebrate mothers and mother figures, it's also important to recognize those who experience grief during this time. And also, a conversation about how it's okay for moms to be selfish! 

Plus, is the podcast taking a trip soon? An...

In this episode of Ana's Group Chat, Ana opens up about an extremely personal matter with Alicia's support. This episode could be triggering or sensitive to some listeners. If you choose to listen, please do so with kindness and respect for the subject matter. 
But in classic Ana's Group Chat fashion, Ana and Alicia also wanted to talk about music and books to keep this episode from being heavy all around. You'll also hear their thoughts on Noah Kahan's new album, their favorite lyrics, and the importance of vulnerability in music and the arts. 
Plus, did Alicia take...

In this episode of Ana's Group Chat, Ana opens up about an extremely personal matter with Alicia's support. This episode could be triggering or sensitive to some listeners. If you choose to listen, please do so with kindness and respect for the subject matter. 
But in classic Ana's Group Chat fashion, Ana and Alicia also wanted to talk about music and books to keep this episode from being heavy all around. You'll also hear their thoughts on Noah Kahan's new album, their favorite lyrics, and the importance of vulnerability in music and the arts. 
Plus, did Alicia take...

Is there something in the air or are you also noticing millennials everywhere finding ways to heal? Justin Bieber, Demi Lovato, Laguna Beach... even Ana and Alicia themselves are finding moments of fulfillment for their past selves! But simultaneously, we need to discuss the "societal dilemma" that Alicia noticed from Coachella weekend 2, and what we can do to stop it! 
Plus, chime in with this week's Chatter's Choice, "DTF St. Louis", hear about a few so-bad-it's-good movie picks, and find out soon if Alicia takes Ana's recommendations to get out of a reading slump! (Or if you have an...

Is there something in the air or are you also noticing millennials everywhere finding ways to heal? Justin Bieber, Demi Lovato, Laguna Beach... even Ana and Alicia themselves are finding moments of fulfillment for their past selves! But simultaneously, we need to discuss the "societal dilemma" that Alicia noticed from Coachella weekend 2, and what we can do to stop it! 
Plus, chime in with this week's Chatter's Choice, "DTF St. Louis", hear about a few so-bad-it's-good movie picks, and find out soon if Alicia takes Ana's recommendations to get out of a reading slump! (Or if you have an...

Comedian Emily Pendergast plays Amy on the new season of "Jury Duty: Company Retreat" on Amazon Prime Video, and she joins the chat this week to answer all of Ana's burning questions about the show! 
How did they pull it off? Did she have to stay in character the whole time? Did she ever feel bad about the whole set up? Hear everything Emily had to say about filming "Jury Duty: Company Retreat" now! 
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