American Girl Women

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American Girl Women

American Girl Women is a podcast where two millennial gals gather ‘round the microphone and reminisce on the cultural phenomenon that took our childhoods by storm: American Girl Dolls. Contrary to what you might think, we aren't just talking about dolls here. We're diving into the high highs and low lows of getting hooked on AG and all the childhood memories that come flooding back. Plus, we're forever discussing the iconic AG catalog—the most treasured piece of literature to ever grace our mailboxes. If you're still bitter about not getting Samantha's brass bed, if you sent Kirsten to the doll hospital for a botched hair cut after taking out her braids, or if every winter you dream of Addy's Christmas dress, join us + our guests each Tuesday. Send us your AG stories below! [email protected] IG:@americangirlwomen

  1. 149

    Stars: They're Just Like Us

    Laura and Lindsey dig into all the celebs that have talked about or been pictured with their American Girl Dolls.Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  2. 148

    Reigniting American Girl (with Geena Hunt)

    Laura and Lindsey are joined by Geena Hunt and talk about her American Girl nostalgia, how American Girl still inspires her as a creator, and passing AG down to her niece!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  3. 147

    Holiday Accoutrements!

    Laura and Lindsey reunite for a solo ep to chat recent AG happenings in their lives + review all the holiday accessories that come with the historic gals.Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  4. 146

    Sewing, American Girl Style (with Patricia Sears)

    Laura and Lindsey chat with Patricia Sears, the face of Eighteen Cotton Lane, where she creates countless American Girl clothing patterns for Etsy + Pixie Faire. Patricia tells Laura and Lindsey about how she came to be captivated by American Girl later in life and how it led her to incorporate sewing + connecting with the amazing community of other creators. Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  5. 145

    The Sensory Experience of Molly's Pincurls (with Kate Kennedy)

    Laura + Lindsey welcome a guest they have dreamed of since the inception of the podcast - Kate Kennedy of Be There in Five! They discuss why American Girl resonates so much with the millennial generation and how even just looking at the American Girl catalog can evoke the time and place that we still long for.Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  6. 144

    American Girl Besties (with Blake Changnon and Janine Napierkowski)

    Laura and Lindsey are joined by Blake and Janine who have each appeared on the podcast individually but are now appearing together after becoming close friends thanks to the AG community. They talk about how their friendship has developed and upcoming projects they are working on both together and solo + what the AG community means to them. Be sure to check out more with Blake and Janine here: Changnon Museum of Toys and Collectibles + Blog Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  7. 143

    American Girl Therapy Returns! (with Stafford Hartman)

    Stafford Hartman (@americangirltherapy) returns to the pod to chat about how her witty instagram launched a substack that covers a range of topics and observations from her life plus her plans to expand her work and pursue her passion for writing over the next year.

  8. 142

    Finding Ourselves in the Pleasant Company Universe (with KC Hysmith + Justine Orlovsky-Schnitzler

    Laura and Lindsey are joined by KC + Justine, editors of An American Girl Anthology: Finding Ourselves in the Pleasant Company Universe. The group chats about what inspired them to create this anthology and break down some of the contributions and why seeing ourselves (or not seeing ourselves) in American Girl is so impactful years later. An American Girl Anthology: Finding Ourselves in the Pleasant Company Universe is out now!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  9. 141

    Bitty Twin Double Trouble (and a podcast update)

    Laura and Lindsey dive into the bitty twins of the early aughts and beyond. Plus they share an update on the podcast!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  10. 140

    Pour the Glug, It's a Saint Lucia Day Episode (with Kyra Baker)

    Laura and Lindsey are rejoined by Kyra Baker, who comes back to dive a little more in depth into St. Lucia Day. Plus catch Kyra's original episode for more about her American Girl memories!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  11. 139

    Our AG Holiday Stories

    Laura and Lindsey are back discussing the quintessential partnership between the holidays and AG. Plus we share stories from our listener community!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  12. 138

    The American Girl to Urban Outfitters Pipeline (with Caroline Estelle)

    Laura and Lindsey are joined by Caroline Estelle, a visual artist based in Nashville, TN who also worked alongside Laura back in the day at Urban Outfitters. The gals chat about Caroline's childhood American Girl dolls + her iconic American Girl sock hop themed birthday party.Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  13. 137

    The Girl Who Became a Ghost (with Erin Donaghue) (replay)

    Laura and Lindsey are thrilled to be joined by Erin Donaghue, the author of The Girl Who Became A Ghost, originally published in the July 1994 issue of American Girl. We also hear a special reading of the story from Rebekah Reimer. Checkout East Wing Magazine hereLeave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  14. 136

    Invisible String (with Natalie and Paige of The Murder Diaries)

    Laura and Lindsey are joined by fellow podcast besties Natalie and Paige of The Murder Diaries Podcast. They talk about how the two co-hosts came together to start their pod and also reminisce on memories of American Girl and the impact it has had on their lives through adulthood.Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  15. 135

    The American Girls Within Us (with Stephanie Baldwin, LCSW-S, CGP) (replay)

    Laura and Lindsey chat with therapist Stephanie Baldwin (@baldwintherapygroup) about how we can reach and interact with our inner child through revisiting childhood passions like American Girl. Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  16. 134

    My Victorian Era (with Rachel Wilkerson Miller) (replay)

    Laura and Lindsey are joined by Rachel Wilkerson Miller, editor-in-chief of Self Magazine, who had an obsession with the Victorian Era, homemade American Girl clothes and why the historical American Girls are superior.Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  17. 133

    American Girl Designing Women (with Sydney Gore)

    Laura and Lindsey are joined by Sydney Gore, a NYC-based writer, editor and journalist. Learn all about Sydney's AG journey, which includes memories of the AG Minis—inspiration for the incredible article she penned for Architectural Digest, "American Girl’s AG Minis Stay Living in My Head Rent-Free.".Follow Sydney on IG @cozy.spice..Stay connected to American Girl Women:Follow AGW on instagram @americangirlwomenLeave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected]..“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  18. 132

    The Artist is Present (with Abby Herold) (replay)

    Prolific American Girl Tiktok creator @abigail_gabble and her 2 Kirsten dolls join Laura and Lindsey to talk about rediscovering American Girl as adults and falling in love all over again!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  19. 131

    American Girl Library Legacy (with Aubre Andrus) (replay)

    Laura and Lindsey are joined by Aubre Andrus has touched down on American Girl throughout her entire life from having her own dolls, to working at the magazine to even writing books for the American Girl library!Check out Aubre's wonderful portfolio of children's books here!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  20. 130

    Ranking the Birthday Vignettes (Happy Birthday Lindsey and Laura!) (replay)

    Lindsey and Laura celebrate their joint August Birthdays in the best way possible--by ranking the OG historical birthday vignettes!Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  21. 129

    The Great American Girl Songbook (with Ashley May) (replay)

    Laura and Lindsey are joined by Ashley May who lived many of our childhood dreams of being in the theater productions at American Girl Place in Chicago. Ashley recounts some amazing memories of her time in the show from the audition process to costumes to great limited edition American Girl swag!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  22. 128

    Your AG Pen Pal Stories

    Laura and Lindsey chat about the AG magazine call to action for pen pals and share listener stories about how AG connected them for life!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  23. 127

    American Girl Archives (with Blake Changnon) (replay)

    Laura and Lindsey have the pleasure of speaking with Blake Changnon, Co-Founder of Changnon Family Museum of Toys and Collectibles, which has a current virtual exhibit, Childhood Nostalgia: A Collection of Pleasant Company and American Girl Catalogues. Visited its extensive archive of American Girl content via https://toysandcollectiblesmuseum.org/. In this episode, they get nostalgic but also existential as they revisit their favorite things about the brand--past and present. Check out the current exhibits via the link and be sure to revisit the favorite catalogs of your youth!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on Instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  24. 126

    American Girl Short Stories and the Outfits They Spawned

    Laura and Lindsey dive deep into the short story books and the outfits that came alongside them.Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  25. 125

    Emotional Support Lamb (with Jenna Rice) (replay)

    Jenna tells Laura and Lindsey all about her American Girl memories featuring Felicity and her iconic lamb Posie. Inspired by the AG books, Jenna also shares a fictional diary she authored as a child featuring the adventures of a pioneer girl named Sarah during the 1880s.Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  26. 124

    1999 Girl of Today Outfit Reviews (with Elizabeth Vellios)

    Laura and Lindsey and special guest Elizabeth (@justposhedit) take a walk through the iconic 1999 catalog and recap some of the classic girl of today outfits. There was so much discourse, the rest of the catalog will be reviewed in part two.Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  27. 123

    Hot Girls Don't Gatekeep LiveAuctioneers.com (with Patience Woodrell) (replay)

    Laura and Lindsey are living the dream chatting with fellow AG nostalgia Queen Patience Woodrell, aka @vintagepleasantcompany, all about her memories of AG past and present and what great items she is adding to her collection!Follow us on Instagram @americangirlwomenLeave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected]“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  28. 122

    Live from the American Girl Store, It's AGW (with Ruby June) (replay)

    Laura and Lindsey chat with Ruby about getting a doll that looked just like her bestie despite friendship turmoil and Ruby takes the listeners on a unique journey through a present day AG store live.Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  29. 121

    American Girl Dont's

    Laura and Lindsey talk about some of their least favorite items from the AG catalog. Follow along to see if you agree!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  30. 120

    An American Girl Re-brand Debrief

    Laura and Lindsey discuss the recent American Girl rebrand and what they hope to see from AG in the future. (SAMANTHA?! FELICITY?!)Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  31. 119

    Uncovering American Girl Thrift Finds

    Laura and Lindsey talk about recent American Girl flea market scores. Plus we play listener stories of some of the best thrift finds from our community.Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  32. 118

    American Girl Boyfriend Goals (with Ashley Dawson) (replay)

    Ashley Dawson joins Laura and Lindsey to chat all about wanting an AG doll but never having one as a child. Luckily her boyfriend--now husband came through and got her one! She is passing the love of AG on to her daughters as well.Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  33. 117

    Unboxing the Past (with Jennifer Prezioso)

    Laura and Lindsey chat with 4th generation NYC butcher shop owner Jennifer all about her incredible career path and how American Girl shaped her into who she is today! Follow Jennifer and her shop @moethebutcher.Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  34. 116

    Food God is a Molly (with Meredith Lynch) (replay)

    Laura and Lindsey have a blast chatting with Meredith Lynch about her American Girl memories including bringing the catalog everywhere as entertainment and being the trailblazer for American Girl amongst the siblings. Follow Meredith on Tiktok and instagram!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  35. 115

    Pleasant's Anatomy aka a Closer Look at the American Girl Doll Hospital

    Laura and Lindsey explore the history of the American Girl Doll Hospital plus share listener stories of their memories or trauma from sending their dolls there. Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  36. 114

    All We Want is a Petit Four Charm! (with Susan Alexandra)

    It's a big day for Laura and Lindsey as they interview Susan Korn, the marvelous mind behind Susan Alexandra, a brand that embodies whimsy and playfulness in every design. They talk about Susan's first doll Felicity and her girl of today Madison. Susan even recalls she may have been drawn to making jewelry because of Felicity's coral necklace!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  37. 113

    Samantha's Eras

    Laura and Lindsey extend their critical eye to some of Samantha's newer outfits that they have never even seen before. They are shocked, they are in awe, and most importantly they are actually impressed.Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  38. 112

    Ranking the AG Pets

    Laura and Lindsey turn their ranking system to the furry friends of our original historic dolls. Some are a little harsher than we remember.

  39. 111

    Rating the Secondary Outfits

    Laura and Lindsey rate the outfits from the bedroom vignettes...you know what we are talking about right?Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  40. 110

    American Girl Moms (with Karen Adams and Robyn Tretter)

    Laura and Lindsey are rejoined by their dear mothers for a second time--this time both moms are interviewed together! They go through a 90s catalog and harken back to their daughters' AG primeLeave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  41. 109

    There's Not a Screen on These Dolls' faces (with Harry Hill) (replay)

    Laura and Lindsey are joined by their ultimate dream guest Harry Hill (@veryharryhill )to chat about the most iconic characters, the best girl of today outfits and why millennials really experienced the golden age of American Girl content.Listen to HarryTalesLeave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  42. 108

    Dive into Kailey's World (Girl of the Year Part 2)

    Laura and Lindsey talk about Kailey in their second installment of their Girl of the Year series. Laura has a special connection to Kailey and fills Lindsey in on our 2003 GOTY!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  43. 107

    Winter Coat Hierarchy

    Laura and Lindsey are long overdue to rank all the American Girl historical winter coats before it warms up for spring! Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  44. 106

    American Girl Model Stories (with Lauren Larsen)

    Today we are joined by Lauren Larsen, a former AG catalog model in the late 90s! Lauren shares some great anecdotes from her modeling days and how she came to be cast by American Girl for multiple campaigns. Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  45. 105

    Supporting American Girl Women (with Danielle Leilani)

    Danielle Leilani joins Laura and Lindsey to talk about how American Girl shaped her from a girl that grew up wanting to help other girls to carving out her career in the wedding industry as a planner, supporting women on their big day!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  46. 104

    American Girl Women Turns 2!

    Laura and Lindsey celebrate their 2 year anniversary by reminiscing on some of their favorite guests from the past year as well as catching up on all things AG happening in their lives. Plus a few listener voicemails sharing stories of their AG bdays!Leave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540‬Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen “Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  47. 103

    How Laura and Lindsey Became AG Women (re-release)

    Meet Laura and Lindsey! Your 2 co-hosts talk about how a reality TV obsession and a global pandemic led them to re-discovering their love of American Girl. Laura and Lindsey give their backstory with their AG collections and the lasting impression American Girl has left on them..Stay connected to American Girl Women:Follow AGW on instagram @americangirlwomenLeave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected]“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  48. 102

    American Girl On Display (with Bianca Greer) (replay)

    Laura and Lindsey sit down with Bianca Greer, who has maintained a lifetime love of AG since acquiring her Addy doll and even worked as a visual merchandiser at the American Girl Place in Atlanta!.Stay connected to American Girl Women:Follow AGW on instagram @americangirlwomenLeave us a voicemail about your American Girl memories by calling ‪(929) 400-7540Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected]“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

  49. 101

    7th (Doll) Heaven (with Airlie Cameron) (re-release)

    An AG enthusiast's ultimate collection! Airlie chats with Laura + Lindsey about her enviable collection which included all of the original historical dolls. Plus, her journey with re-wigging Molly and Kirsten! Airlie also shares stories of her unique childhood and how AG played a role in her meeting her best friend.Send us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

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    AG Club Cult (with Elizabeth Vellios)(re-release)

    Laura and Lindsey are joined by an AG IG fave Elizabeth aka @justposhedit to chat about her AG memories and how it translated into her popular instagram account that recreates modern versions of AG outfits plus her brief foray into being an aspiring American Girl Club leader.AG cookbook content on tiktok:https://www.tiktok.com/@arenclelleSend us your American Girl stories to [email protected] us on instagram @americangirlwomen“Love Mode” song courtesy of ItsFrida

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

American Girl Women is a podcast where two millennial gals gather ‘round the microphone and reminisce on the cultural phenomenon that took our childhoods by storm: American Girl Dolls. Contrary to what you might think, we aren't just talking about dolls here. We're diving into the high highs and low lows of getting hooked on AG and all the childhood memories that come flooding back. Plus, we're forever discussing the iconic AG catalog—the most treasured piece of literature to ever grace our mailboxes. If you're still bitter about not getting Samantha's brass bed, if you sent Kirsten to the doll hospital for a botched hair cut after taking out her braids, or if every winter you dream of Addy's Christmas dress, join us + our guests each Tuesday. Send us your AG stories below! [email protected] IG:@americangirlwomen

HOSTED BY

Laura Tretter + Lindsey Adams Franke

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