Not Aspirational with Hannah Aaron Brown
Not Aspirational is the weekly podcast where your favorite mess of a multi-hyphenate and the internet’s Hot Girl Anthropologist, Hannah Aaron Brown, tells it like it is — unapologetically. Get ready for her takes on everything from pop culture to personal growth to fashion, all delivered with her unfiltered, unhinged comedic flair. Time to get cozy, reclaim our flaws, laugh at the chaos, and embrace the messy journey to our most authentic selves, because let’s face it: being aspirational is way overrated.
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This week, Hannah highlights the importance of a hot girl self-care audit to feel our best this fall! She discusses key questions to ask ourselves when creating fresh new wellness routines, offers self-care ideas for stepping into our hottest most powerful state, and covers her current obsession with Ben Affleck, along with the tale of her fancy candle-induced house fire. ENJOY!
In this week’s episode of Not Aspirational, Hannah recaps some recent Not Aspirational happenings in life and pop culture, shares some current bingeable faves, and gives advice on how to channel your highest self, access your hot girl energy, and balance people pleasing during big life events!
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This week, Hannah is joined by the founder and CEO of Abortion Positivity Project, Sophie Nir! The gals discuss the importance of destigmatizing abortion, how to have productive conversations about it, and the political landscape around reproductive rights (SPOILER ALERT: abortion is a bipartisan issue!). They also touch on the media’s role in abortion conversations, how to show up for your friends, and practice abortion positivity...
In this very special BIRTHDAY EPISODE, Hannah recaps her millennial-tastic birthday weekend, unpacks her existential dread, and touches on current pop culture events including but not limited to: Sydney Sweeney’s controversial American Eagle Ad, the Billy Joel documentary, and Jax’s recent departure from The Valley!
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This week, Hannah chats with her gal pals and the hosts of the hit history podcast Right Answers Mostly, Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald! Inspired by the 2004 Vanessa Carlton song “White Houses”, the girlies dive into their nostalgic summer stories of young love, coming of age, and finding themselves. Get an ice cream cone, roll the windows down, and get ready to celebrate girlhood, because WE’RE GOING THERE, HONEY!
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This week, Hannah sits down with actor, writer, and intimacy coordinator Sydneey René Cox to talk all things boundaries.. Sydney unpacks the art of saying no, how to spot fawning behavior, break out of people-pleasing patterns, and start advocating for yourself (without having a menty b). Whether you’re dealing with an open floor plan at work(!!!!), a codependent friend, or a toxic ex, this episode is your permission slip to speak ...
In this particularly unhinged episode of Not Aspirational, Hannah touches on her missteps during a Fourth of July visit to KC, makes a strong case for “the annoying tax”, goes OFF about TikTok’s “Princess Treatment” conversation, and more!
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Upcoming Standup Shows:
Lawless Brewing - 7/13
Yamashiro Hollywood - 7/22
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This week, Hannah discusses a transformative trip to Chicago for her college reunion, reflects on personal growth, the evolution of friendships, and the importance of just being f*cking NICE! She also cries over Tiny Chef’s recent cancellation, reframes what it means to “be impressive”, and talks about how to be the coolest person in an airport lounge!
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HEY WORMY WORMERS! IT'S WELLNESS CHECK WEDNESDAY! This week, Hannah harnesses her unhinged and mostly healed perspective to discuss maintaining your mojo when you live with your sig other, feeling hot when your body changes, jealousy, and more!
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This week we’re talking all things HOT GIRL SUMMER 2025!!! From fashion to beauty trends and upcoming music and movies, Hannah covers it all. She also recounts a harrowing tale from her luteal phase, discusses why she’s triggered by the mass influencer exodus from LA and weighs in on Sabrina Carpenter’s new album cover!
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In this episode of Not Aspirational, Hannah discusses being hot for her upcoming college reunion, reflects on the importance of gratitude, and shares her thoughts on Rachel Zoe joining the RHOBH cast! She also encourages social media stalking with reckless abandon, and celebrates her obsession with f*cked up smut. #Credence
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In this episode of Not Aspirational, Hannah is joined by friend of the pod, content creator, comic and host of the hit podcast Who Asked Me, Selle Brooks to discuss the harrowing tales of their experiences in hospitality! They discuss the unhinged tales of their restaurant jobs and don’t hold back, covering everything from juicy workplace gossip to hungover brunch shifts, and even why hooking up with managers is in fact NOT the mov...
IT’S OFFICIALLY SUMMER and Hannah is both thrilled and crashing out over it! This week, she discusses the unfair pressure to be both social AND hot in the summer, navigating loneliness, making boundaries, and using your inner child as your summer spirit guide. She also discusses Jonathan Bailey’s appearance in the new Jurassic Park movie, her eternal love for Steve Madden, and more!
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In this episode of Not Aspirational, Hannah is joined by friends of the pod Sloane Steele and Zach Mellen from Mummy Dearest Podcast to discuss an unhinged variety of topics including but not limited to Sloane’s recent boob lift, TikTok gossip, and the dark but hilarious truths of being children of divorce! They also celebrate the criminally underrated 90’s coming-of-age film Simon Birch, and in this week’s GROW UP! segment, Zach a...
In this episode, Hannah talks about finding ease and creativity, and reflects on her Mother’s Day crashout and recent music festival experience! She also recaps her sister’s visit to LA, touches on the #ChicagoPope, weighs in on Tinx & Lexi’s tense WWHL appearance, and tells the harrowing tale of her brush with diarrhea at The Americana!
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In this episode of Not Aspirational, Hannah discusses the emotional waves surrounding holidays like Mother's Day and Father's Day, offering insights on coping with grief and sadness. She also dissects the difference between "sexy nude" and "hospital nude", freaks out over Charli XCX's social media mind games, and introduces her 'Sad Girl Itinerary': an agenda to help the not aspirational comm...
In this episode of Not Aspirational, Hannah is joined by friend, author, actor, and host of Everything Iconic Danny Pellegrino for a Not Aspirational catch up! They discuss their shared Midwestern roots, how (quite frankly) everything is a nightmare right now, and complain about everything from the entertainment industry to Whole Foods to fast food culture! They also touch on navigating life in your thirties and share their hopes f...
In this episode of Not Aspirational, Hannah is feeling particularly low AND unhinged. She discusses the super unfair challenges of adult responsibilities and recounts the humiliating experience of almost being scammed online. She also tells the tale of her harrowing experience watching The Valley premiere at Jax’s Studio City, and tries to salvage the vibes by offering practical tips on how to feel empowered in the workplace!
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In this episode of Not Aspirational, Hannah shares her thoughts on her irrational fear of accidentally going live while taking a sh*t, self-tanning tips, and her intentions of having the ultimate Brat summer starting now. She also touches on pop culture events like the return of The Valley, Coachella, and Katy Perry's recent insufferable adventure to outer space!
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A very chaotic welcome! - 0:00 - 6:58
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In this week’s episode, host Hannah is joined by friend of the pod and host of Bitch is Better Raven James to discuss group chats, old jobs, girls dinner etiquette AND MORE! They also delve into the importance (or lack thereof) of job titles and LinkedIn, TikTok drama, and why sometimes it’s okay (and in fact necessary) to be a liiiittle b*tchy.
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Welcome & A Sensible Crash Out - 0:00 - 9:50
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