Act Outs

About this episode

The episode explores themes of comfort, role-play, and personal experiences with a humorous twist.

It’s almost eerie what you can act yourself into. Jacqueline is sourcing Christmas for comfort and Kate is experimenting with corkage fees. An update on the cruel barista drives Kate and Jacqueline to revisit role-play, as eavesdroppers weigh in. A 4pm ‘Matcha & Myss’ is considered and the healing archetype of Larry David is called upon. Avoidance drives Kate to act out purchasing a pie, as a heart is carved into the ankle. Another ghost at another hotel — energy hygiene now. Scientology style. 🎙️ Rate and Review. 🌟 Premium Feed: Subscribe 🛍️ Shop Our Favorites: Shop My Store 👕 Official Merch: Merchtable Store 📱 Instagram: @poogpodcast If you ever hear an ad during the show that you suspect shouldn't be there - please immediately let the Berlant & Novak ads team know at podcasts@wearebv.com While there are strict blocks on certain ad categories in the show's automated ads system, **sometimes advertisers find ways to circumvent these restrictions**. They might categorize their ads differently or use unclear descriptions that don't immediately flag the show's set filters. The ads team greatly appreciates you flagging these ads so they can identify advertisers who are…

People in this episode

Hosts: Jacqueline, Kate Berlant, Jacqueline Novak

Topics covered

• role-play
• comfort
• barista
• energy hygiene
• Christmas
• corkage fees

Keywords

• role-play
• comfort
• barista
• energy hygiene
• Christmas
• corkage fees
• Larry David

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Organizations: Scientology, Instagram, Berlant & Novak

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