Gin and Chat with Lo and Nat

59: “Uncorking Closure | Gin & Chat With Sarah Norris About Healing From Abuse & Reinvention”

In this powerful episode, we chat with Sarah Norris — domestic violence survivor, former NBA and NFL Dancer, and founder of Closure Wine. Sarah transformed her traumatic past into a bold, storytelling-driven lifestyle wine brand that’s helping people heal, one honest bottle at a time. Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence and abusive relationships. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available. Please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or visit thehotline.org. You are not alone. CLOSURE Wine is rooted in real truth — the kind that hurts, the kind that heals, and the kind that sets you free. If you’ve ever loved the wrong person, lost yourself, or fought like hell to find your way back home, this conversation will hit deep. Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 4:09 The Inception of Closure Wine 10:52 The Logistics  17:50 The Purpose 20:15 Abusive Relationships 32:05 Turning Pain into Power 36:28 Near Death Experience 44:37 Dance Career 01:07:55 Happy Hour Hot Take  Whether you’re a survivor, an aspiring entrepreneur, a woman ready to reclaim her power, or simply love a great glass of wine with real soul — this one’s for you. Cheers to finding closure, and the journey of becoming who you were always meant to be. 🥂 New episodes every Friday 🍸 Try Closure Wine: https://www.closurewine.com/shop-arizona [https://www.closurewine.com/shop-arizona] Like & Subscribe so you don’t miss a chat! Follow us on IG & TikTok @ginandchatpodcast #ClosureWine #SarahNorris #DomesticViolenceSurvivor #FemaleEntrepreneur #WineBrand #ReinventYourself #HealingJourney #WomenInBusiness #SurvivorStory #Podcast

58: “Gin & Chat About Our Favorite Functional Fitness Method | Pvolve x Lauryn Bosstick”

Pour yourself a drink and join us for a chat that is equal parts sweat talk, celeb collab spills, and an ounce of chaos of course. In this episode, we’re dishing on our shared obsession: Pvolve — the functional fitness method we both teach and actually love. We chat about how we each discovered it, why it clicked for our bodies, and how it stacks up against other workouts. Plus all the perks that keep us coming back for more. We also recap the glamorous launch event for the highly anticipated Lauryn Bosstick x Pvolve collaboration (with a full PR unboxing), and we catch you up on our wild night at the My Plus One live event during Netflix Is A Joke Fest… where we ran into a face we know all too well.  Cheeky hot takes, fitness real talk, and plenty of laughs in store. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 3:42 How We Discovered Pvolve 7:35 The Sun & Moon 11:10 Pvolve vs. Pilates 14:07 Perks of Pvolve 18:24 Lauryn Bosstick Collab Unboxing 22:39 Netflix & Exes 30:14 Happy Hour Hot Take 32:25 Conclusion Whether you’re already Pvolving, Pilates-curious, or just here for the gin-fueled gossip, this episode will have you feeling motivated, informed, and thoroughly entertained of course. New episodes every Friday 🍸 Try our favorite Gin: Conniption Gin (use code: GINANDCHAT) → https://conniptiongin.com/ginandchat Follow us on IG & TikTok @ginandchatpodcast #Pvolve #LaurynBosstick #FunctionalFitness #Podcast #FitnessMotivation

57: “Gin & Chat With Us To Pregame Girls’ Night!”

Grab your cocktails Chatties — it’s time to pregame! In this new episode of Gin & Chat with Lo & Nat, we’re cracking open the new flavor of Saint Spritz (our favorite canned cocktail) and getting properly lit for our first girls’ night in West Hollywood. Think cheeky chats, kitten heels on, and free flowing gin.  Let’s chat about our little life updates: Lauren finally spills the tea on the deeply meaningful work she’s been doing with Straight Up Abilities, while Nat dishes all the details on her fresh new venture in artist development. We’re also getting real (and a little dramatic) about overstimulation in the dance industry and our loud, collective cry to return to simplicity.  Of course we couldn’t resist a full juicy recap of The Devil Wears Prada 2 — because it was everything we dreamed of and then some. Expect a deep dive on our favorite moments as we bask in the nostalgia of the film. Obviously we close it out with our signature Happy Hour Hot Takes — unfiltered, slightly unhinged, and served extra dirty. So pull up a seat, pour yourself a cocktail, and let’s chat! This episode feels like your favorite kind of girls’ night: equal parts heart, humor, and dancing. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction ft. Saint Spritz 4:26 Little Life Updates  4:48 Straight Up Abilities 8:03 Overstimulation in Dance 11:15 New Career Ventures 13:51 The Devil Wears Prada 2 17:05 Just Girly Things 19:36 Crying In The Car 23:55 Quiet Confidence  30:16 Happy Hour Hot Take 32:27 Conclusion New episodes every Friday 🍸 Donate To Straight Up Abilities: https://www.straightupabilities.com/donate?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio [https://www.straightupabilities.com/donate?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio] Try our favorite Gin: Conniption Gin (use code: GINANDCHAT) → https://conniptiongin.com/ginandchat Follow us on IG & TikTok @ginandchatpodcast

56: “Gin & Chat About Moving In Together & Starting Our Flirty, Fun & Thriving WEHO Era”

Pour yourself a drink chatties — the girls are officially reunited and entering our flirty, fun & thriving WEHO era! 🍸 We’re back together again and filming in our brand new apartment in West Hollywood. In this episode we’re spilling all the bubbly details on moving in together, embracing the girly chaos, and stepping into this next chapter feeling hotter and happier than ever. We’re declaring that 28 is the new 22 — we’re still young and fun and ready to hit the town. From Lo getting back from Connecticut to Nat returning from her Hawaiian vacation , we’re catching up on everything. Plus, let’s debrief Nat’s casual recent flex: filming a TikTok with THE Nikki Glaser and popping up at a live American Idol taping. We’re also keeping it real about how life isn’t that deep — sometimes you just gotta loosen up and have fun. And why having real friends who will hold you accountable and tell you the honest truth (even when it stings a little) is everything. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 1:28 Hangin With Theo Von 6:49 Little Life Updates 10:57 American Idol Appearance 14:10 28 Going On 22 17:06 It’s Not That Deep 20:20 Real Friends 23:11 Happy Hour Hot Take 26:06 Conclusion If you’re ready to glow up, move into your own flirty fun era, and stop taking life so seriously… this episode is your official invitation, babe.  Grab your favorite cocktail, hang with us, and let’s chat! New episodes every Friday 🍸 Try our favorite Gin: Conniption Gin (use code: GINANDCHAT) → https://conniptiongin.com/ginandchat Follow us on IG & TikTok @ginandchatpodcast  #Moving #WestHollywood #friendship #accountability #girlhood #womenintheirtwenties #youngadults #nikkiglaser #americanidol #chat #gin

55: “Being Single In Your 20’s, Self-Discovery & How To Stop Desperate Dating Energy | Gin & Chat with Lauren Crocker”

What does it really mean to embrace your single season in your 20s? In this solo episode of Gin & Chat, Lo gets real about breaking free from “serial girlfriend” patterns, rediscovering yourself, and letting go of desperate dating energy so you can attract the right partner—without losing who you are. If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly chasing love, settling for less, or tying your worth to relationships, this episode is your reminder that the strongest relationships are built when you first learn to stand confidently on your own. Lauren dives into the mindset shifts that helped her stop seeking validation externally and start building a deeper connection with herself—from understanding the difference between want vs. need to recognizing attachment vs. real love.  This episode is all about stepping into your independence, raising your standards, and becoming someone who attracts—not chases. ✨ In this episode, you’ll learn: * How to break the “serial dating” cycle * Why self-discovery in your 20s is essential * How to shift from chasing to attracting * The difference between wanting a partner and needing one * How to release desperate dating energy * What healthy love actually looks like Whether you’re currently single, healing, or just tired of repeating the same dating patterns, this chat will leave you feeling grounded, empowered, and ready to approach love from a completely different place. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 1:30 Serial Girlfriend 6:41 Getting To Know Yourself 9:01 Don’t Chase Attract 11:18 Want vs. Need 13:16 Be Open 15:33 Attachment vs. Love 20:32 Conclusion Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more honest and cheeky chats on relationships, self-growth, and navigating your 20s! New episodes every Friday 🍸 Try our favorite Gin: Conniption Gin (use code: GINANDCHAT) → https://conniptiongin.com/ginandchat Follow us on IG & TikTok @ginandchatpodcast  #GinAndChat #PodcastForWomen #Datingadvice #Single #Datinginyourtwenties #SelfHelp #SelfDiscovery #HealthyRelationships