Rat Diaries
by Rachael Weber
Welcome to Rat Diaries. A podcast by Rachael Weber & a new episode EVERY TUESDAY.Why Rat Diaries? Well, this podcast is dedicated to my departed pet rat, Eloise.At age 10, I had a pet rat named Eloise (named after Eloise, from the movie Eloise at Christmas). She was white with black spots, enjoyed mini pancakes & yogurt drops, and was the closest thing to a chihuahua that my parents would let me have as a pet.This rodent single-handedly created my identity and made me a Rat Girl. Welcome to Rat Diaries.
Episodes
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Dear Diary: The D4vd Case, Emilie Kiser, UPS, & the Clockout App
HOLA RATS! On this episode, Rachael discusses the D4vd case - D4vd is a popular American singer & the body of 15 year old girl was found in his Tesla at a tow yard... wild & sad story but we review all of the facts. She then discusses her tragic UPS shipping experience, the Clockout App (a new...
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Dear Diary: I went to the Vegas Sphere
In this episode, Rachael discusses her recent visit to the Las Vegas Sphere where she saw the Wizard of Oz movie... she gives her FULL opinion of the Sphere & whether or not its worth visiting TUNE INNNNNNNN
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Dear Diary: Was the Moon Landing Real?
On this episode, Rachael discusses her favorite conspiracy theories... was the moon landing real? What about Area 51? Was Bob Lazar lying? SO MANY QUESTIONS for a baby rat brain. Let me know what you guys think.... XOXO Queen Rat
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Dear Diary: I HAVE RINGXIETY!
Howdy Rats. On this episode, Rachael discusses the self-diagnosed condition that she has... Ringxiety. Things you say/think if you have Ringxiety: "When am I getting engaged?!" "I'm going insane." "Why isn't my bf home yet - something is suspicious I'm going to track his location?!" "I should...
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Dear Diary: 2016 is TRENDING & I'm a mommy?
Hi Rats, On this episode, Rachael dives into her recent bachelorette party that she attended, talks about her spirit child (?) and how she's ready for children (To her family & significant other, don't panic) :) She also dives into a recent trend that is surfacing... 2016??? Apparently Hollister...
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Dear Diary: My BF Put A Pull-Up Bar in our Bedroom
In this delightfully unfiltered episode of Rat Diaries, Rachael returns from a podcast break with fresh reflections—live from her perfectly fluffed bed. She dives into the chaos of cohabitation, detailing the interior design crisis (and emotional reckoning) that came with installing a pull-up bar...
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7th Grade Problems that Felt Like the End of the World
In this episode, I give a little 4th of July recap with her ~interesting~ neighbors. Then I dive into a full-on nostalgia spiral about all the things that felt like a huge deal in 7th grade. Like… shaving my legs for the first time, begging my mom to let me get stuff that felt more "grown up,"…
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Dear Diary: I let ChatGPT Interview Me
On this episode Rachael lets ChatGPT interview me... and it's WILD how much it knows about me.
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Dear Diary: Planning Our Future Wedding...Sort of (ft. Nick)
In this episode, Rachael is joined by her boyfriend Nick for a slightly chaotic deep dive into their very different visions of the perfect wedding. Spoiler alert: Nick's ideas might just explain why you don't see many male wedding planners! They also crown their "Stinker of the Week" — find out...
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Dear Diary: Tony Soprano, lower-back pain, and Emilie Kiser
In the episode of rat diaries, I discuss my obsession with Sopranos & confesses my love for Tony Soprano (who doesn't love a powerful Italian man). I also dive into my lower back pain & share some controversial opinions about physical therapy… if you're a physical therapist, no offense…. Love…
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Dear Diary: Jon Hamm's hot & I miss Gauchos (feat. Athena)
Dear Diary, On this episode I got to hang with Athena—my ride-or-die and fellow rat queen. We laughed (a lot), vented about the emotional rollercoaster of home renovations, debated the true energy of Home Depot vs. Lowe's, and uncovered a web of invisible strings connecting our lives long before…
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Dear Diary: Saying goodbye to living alone
In this episode, Rachael gets candid about why she hates birthday parties, her recent Vegas trip where she shockingly didn't get carded (AM I OLD?), and a surprise run-in with an ex-situationship at the airport—yes, she dodged it like a pro. She also dives into the feeling of transitioning from...
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Dear Diary: Making a Dramatic Career Jump with Krystal
In this episode, Rachael chats with Krystal, Studio Manager at Body Politik — a Lagree fitness studio in Scottsdale, AZ. Krystal shares her inspiring journey of making a bold career leap from the world of biomedical engineering to the high-energy environment of boutique fitness. Though she found...
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Dear Diary: Remi Bader got Cancelled & Why do I have bad BO?
Alright rats, LISTEN UP... here's the rundown for the episode. I'm giving you bullet points so you can cruise through and know what you're walking into. Talk about my best friend's wedding (first friend's wedding and ALL of the emotions) + funny stories about the evening My sweating & body odor...
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Dear Diary: There was a MURDER and I think I'm a hoarder
Ok, I feel like these episode descriptions REALLY don't do the episode any justice, I swear this episode is interesting but after writing the description... I literally made it sound so boring LMAO. Pls just listen. - Rachael On this episode, Rachael discusses (well confesses actually) her…
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Dear Diary: I have a Stalker & Sean Lowe got attacked by his dog
On this episode, Rachael discusses her recent trip to Chicago for work where she literally had a STALKER. She also discusses break up season - why are so many people getting divorced?? It's scary. She then moves to discussing the Sean Lowe & Catherine dog attack... scary!
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Dear Diary: What it's really like being a fitness instructor (Feat. Athena)
In this episode of Rat Diaries, Rachael is joined by her bestie Athena, who's been teaching lagree for five years, to spill all the behind-the-scenes tea on being an instructor. From the weird things clients say/confide in you about (yes, some people treat their instructor like a therapist) to…
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Dear Diary: Alex Cooper's Unwell Network is... Unwell
On this episode, Rachael discusses Alex Cooper's 'The Unwell Network', the podcast network that Cooper, host of podcast "Call Her Daddy", launched in 2023. Rachael shares her personal opinions of where the Unwell network has gone wrong since it's creation. What is discussed in the episode: The...
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Dear Diary: Culty Spin Studios & Middle School Sports
In this episode, Rachael looks back on the hilarity of middle school sports—how she dreamed of being a sporty girl but failed at just about every game. Despite never truly connecting with a single sport, she played them all in a misguided attempt to impress her 12-year-old male classmates and…
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Dear Diary: First Loves, Heartbreak & Bieber Fever
In honor of Valentine's Day, in this episode, Rachael tells ALL about her first loves, childhood crushes, and middle school "relationships"—from her kindergarten heartbreak (lol, yes heartbreak) to her first "boyfriend." Was it real, or just a title? Plus, she reflects on the worst illness she's...
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Dear Diary: I'm overwhelmed, but can't give anything up
Hey Rats. I'm feeling overwhelmed..... Ever feel like you're drowning in responsibilities - your job, your home, your side hustles, your passions? But the thought of giving anything up feels impossible? RETWEET. In this episode, I break down my recent mental spiral about trying to balance it...
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Dear Diary: Recapping the Rachael Kirkconnell + Matt James Break Up
On this Episode, Rachael recaps the WILD start to 2025 and the craziness that the month of January has brought her and the world. Does anyone else feel like this month has been longest month of your life? She also does a FULL recap of the Rachael Kirkconnell + Matt James Break Up (a couple from...
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Dear Diary: So Real, So Not - New Year's Edition (Feat. Jake)
Happy New Year little Rats... the ONLY appropriate way to start 2025 on Rat Diaries is by kicking off the new year with my bestie Jake. He is BACK with another So Real, So Not, but this time... NEW YEAR'S EDITION. Tune in to hear what we are SO NOT bringing into 2025. I already know the little…
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Dear Diary: Things I'm embarrassed to say I don't know
On this episode, Rachael shares all of the things that she's embarrassed to admit that she doesn't know. Including that certain countries are indeed ... a country, common expressions used to explain something that she has no idea what they mean or how to use them, certain punctuation (LOL), and…
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Dear Diary: Tips & Tricks to Live with your Significant Other
On this episode, Rachael is joined by her sister Lindsay Weber!!! Lindsay, I fellow Rat, shares her tips & tricks for living with your significant other. She also tells stories of when she first moved in with her now husband and some of the.... toxic? things that they BOTH did. Tune in Rats!!…
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Dear Diary: Exposing the weird/gross things I do while living alone
On this episode, Rachael TRULY exposes herself and confesses to all of the ...interesting? gross? weird? things that she does since she lives alone. Rachael has been living alone for a few years now and her boyfriend is soon moving in with her. There are a few things that she might need to clean...
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Dear Diary: Did I Keep my 2024 Promises?
Welcome to SEASON 2!! 🎉 On this episode, Rachael catches the little rats up on all the exciting things coming to the pod this season. She also takes a look back at the 2024 resolutions she set on her vision board at the start of the year—and spills on whether she crushed them or was a total RAT...
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Dear Diary: Someone's moving to Austin?!
This episode is dedicated to the one, the only, my bestie, Jake. On this episode, Jake drops a MAJOR announcement... I might never recover....
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Dear Diary: I got laid off, thank you Beyoncé
Hola Rats :) In this episode, Rachael shares her recent experience of being laid off and ALLLL the anxiety that follows. She also shares the recaps her first week of being unemployed and the series of unfortunate events that she endured (seriously, it felt like a PRANK SHOW). After, she discusses...
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Dear Diary: I went to Giggly Squad's Live Show, I'm drinking milk, and I want a Southern accent
On this episode, Rachael recaps her trip to Charlotte, NC where she went to see Giggly Squad's live show (hosted by Hannah Berner & Paige Desorbo). She gives a full recap of the show... including Nick's interaction with Hannah Berner EEEEP!!! Also discusses her addiction to drinking milk, talking...
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Dear Diary: I did something SO cringeworthy
What's up Ratatats!!!?? On this episode, Rachael shares a recent CRINGEWORTHY moment she experienced at work that really reveals that she's a Gen-Z. Making me cringe even talking about it. She also chats about her sick obsession with Love Island USA, aging, & her declining posture. Tune in!!
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Dear Diary: These things give me ANXIETYYYYY
Hey Rats... on this episode, Rachael shares the things that make her anxious. Screaming children, ipad babies, remote working, roadtrips, telemarketers, and MORE. Tune in to this Rat's Diary entry.
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Dear Diary: Why did Cody Ko, Brooke Schofield, Alix Earle, & George Brazil get cancelled?
Hey Rats <3 In this episode unpacks celebrity influencers Cody Ko, Brooke Schofield & Alix Earle are getting cancelled on the internet. Rachael also contributes to cancel culture and shares who she is cancelling... Tune in!!
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Dear Diary: What's going on in RaRa's World - Unhinged work trips, trad wives, and engagements
Hey Rats, RARA IS BACK!!! Buckle up because this episode is a wild ride. I'm recapping my recent whirlwind travels (8 flights in 8 days, can you believe it?) and spilling all the tea on my unhinged work trip – seriously, why do work trips go harder than Vegas? Also, I talk about my trip to NYC to...
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July So Real So Not (Feat. Jake)
On this episode, Jake joins Rachael to share what's in and what's OUT for the month of July. International affairs, the dyson airwrap, white lies to strangers, mispronuniciation of the word espresso, people that live abroad and pretend that they are from that location. The list goes ON. Tune in…
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Dear Diary: What is the Celeb 4th of July White Party and should I get a cat?
HAPPY 4th OF JULYYY!! On this episode, Rachael and her bestie Jake (RIP Ken), have a quick catch up session. Jake fills Rachael in on the celebrity 4th of July white party (apparently rachael is uncultured and doesn't know anything bc she had no idea). Celebs like Beyonce and influencers like…
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Dear Diary: Home Goods Heals Trauma
Welcome to my inner thoughts... on this episode Rachael shares a recent VIOLATION of contract that her boyfriend made - going to a restaurant that she has been DYING TO GO TO, WITHOUT HER. I know it sounds dramatic, but just wait until you hear the story. Amidst the sadness & trauma that she's…
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Dear Diary: The Things I Can't STAND (Feat. Jake)
In this diary entry, Rachael (joined by Jake) recaps all of the things from last week that she can't STAND. Sneaky personal trainers at the gym, bumper stickers, corporate america jargon, toxic texting culture... oh the joys. Welcome to my inner thoughts. Jake and I share the thoughts racing...
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Dear Diary: Live Podcasting - My New Episode Format
In this episode, Rachael introduces a new episode format: live journal entries. Is this the first podcast done on the go? Podcast Vlog? Does that make sense? Rachael podcasts the things that she is experiencing IN THE MOMENT and LIVE from the scene. It's real, it's deep, and it's sooo Rachael....
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Dear Diary: I Interned for Kourtney Kardashian
On this episode, Rachael shares her crazy internship experience with Kourtney Kardashian. Details of her being in her house... EVERYDAY, her tasks, which family members she met, and a rundown of the full adventure. Tune in!!
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Dear Diary: Let's unpack the Met Gala Fashion Fails & Wins (feat. Jake/Ken)
Join Rachael and Jake as they dish about the hottest looks and the biggest flops from the 2024 Met Gala! In this episode, they break down the fashion highs and lows of the iconic event, sharing their favorite styles and cringeworthy moments. But it's not just about the outfits – Rachael and Jake...
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Dear Diary: What's going on in the world? (Feat. Ken for the Summer)
This week on Rat Diaries, host Rachael and guest Jake (Ken for the Summer until further notice) discuss Jake's NEW HAIR.. (KEN IS BACK) to rating Kentucky Derby outfits, & why Martha Stewart is an icon. Get ready for some spicy takes on Alex Cooper's Unwell Network and the scoop on the Met Gala -...
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Dear Diary: I love my Oura Ring and here's why
On this episode, Rachael shares why she loves her Oura Ring. The Oura Ring is a popular smart device on the market for monitoring and capturing health insights. Rachael dives into why she chose to get the oura ring, her favorite and least favorite features, how she uses it for monitoring her…
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So Real, So Not: April (Feat. Jake + Drew)
What's in and what's out for April 2024. Jake & his bestie Drew join me on the pod to chat about what's HOT and what's NOT for the month.
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Comeback trends: food/fashion trends that rebranded (feat. sydney!)
on this episode, Rachael is joined by a VERY special guest.... Drumroll please.... her bff Sydney! Rach & Syd discuss their fav trends that have made a comeback in food/fashion/lifestyle! Naked nails, cottage cheese, Abercrombie, lobster, and Carhartt... the list goes on! Discover how these...
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Coming clean: My 2024 fails (featuring my tears)
Let's be real, life in your late 20's is hard. It honestly kinda sucks. In this episode, Rachael gets real and shares the ups and downs of her 20's and comes clean on some of her recent fails in 2024. Not everything/everyone is as perfect as it seems!
About this show
Welcome to Rat Diaries. A podcast by Rachael Weber & a new episode EVERY TUESDAY.Why Rat Diaries? Well, this podcast is dedicated to my departed pet rat, Eloise.At age 10, I had a pet rat named Eloise (named after Eloise, from the movie Eloise at Christmas). She was white with black spots, enjoyed mini pancakes & yogurt drops, and was the closest thing to a chihuahua that my parents would let me have as a pet.This rodent single-handedly created my identity and made me a Rat Girl. Welcome to Rat Diaries.
Hosted by
Rachael Weber