American Girl: The Smart Girl's Podcast

American Girl: The Smart Girl's Podcast

This show brings to life American Girl’s most popular advice series: A Smart Girl's Guide, helping tweens and teens navigate what's really happening with their emotions, mental health, friendships, and more! Join our hosts: 16-year-old actress Shay Rudolph and cultural expert Jess Weiner as they interview celebrated guests and young changemakers and get answers to all of YOUR questions about growing up that you’ve been dying to ask.

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October 19, 2022 38 mins
In this episode, hosts Shay Rudolph and Jess Weiner talk ALL about mental health, self-care, and what to do if you are feeling especially stressed or anxious.  Where do these feelings come from, and what can we do about it in our everyday lives? Shay and Jess are joined by Paulina Chávez, actress from Netflix’s “The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia” and the upcoming show “Fate: The Winx Saga”.  Paulina shares what she does to ...
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In this episode, hosts Shay Rudolph and Jess Weiner talk about one of the most memorable, impactful, and REAL books about puberty and growing up that has been read by girls and their parents from around the world: American Girl’s New York Times best-selling series the Care and Keeping of You!   Shay and Jess talk with the author of the Care & Keeping of You 2 and co-founder and CEO of OOMLA (a company designed to make puberty comfo...
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In this episode, hosts Shay Rudolph and Jess Weiner continue their conversation about Friendships and chat about what happens when a friendship isn’t healthy. Whether that’s unnecessary drama, mean behavior, or a lack of healthy support, most everyone experiences a time when they need to break up with a friend. So… what do you do when it’s time to let that friendship go? Shay and Jess are joined by Mckenna Grace, actress from “Gho...
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In this episode, hosts Shay Rudolph and Jess Weiner talk about what being a GOOD friend really means. Do you know what a good friendship feels like? And how can you tell when your friendship has become one-sided? Most of all, what can you do to be a better friend to the people you care about. Shay and Jess are joined by Malia Baker, one of Shay’s real-life close friends and actress from Netflix’s “The Baby-Sitters Club” as well as...
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In this episode, hosts Shay Rudolph and Jess Weiner talk all about the embarrassing moments in our life!! They happen to everyone -- but have you ever wondered what goes on inside your body when you feel embarrassment? And what can we do to recover from those moments? Joining Shay and Jess on the show today is Brooklynn Prince, actress from the movie “The Florida Project” and AppleTV+’s “Home Before Dark.” Brooklynn joins the fun ...
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September 14, 2022 35 mins
In this episode, hosts Shay Rudolph and Jess Weiner continue their conversation about learning how to REALLY like yourself. It’s not always easy -- so how do we overcome the tough days and bounce back from disappointment, broken hearts, or fights with the people we love? Shay and Jess are joined by Navia Robinson, actress from Disney’s “Raven’s Home” and the upcoming CW DC Universe show “Gotham Knights”, who shares about the times...
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In this episode, hosts Shay Rudolph and Jess Weiner chat about how we can all learn to REALLY like ourselves. We always hear how important it is to be confident. But HOW do you actually get there? Shay and Jess are joined by Nia Dennis, UCLA Gymnast and mental health advocate, who shares how she learned to build her confidence and challenge her own inner negative self-talk. She gives listeners great advice on how to avoid unhealth...
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In this episode, hosts Shay Rudolph and Jess Weiner dive into the world of DRAMA, rumors and secrets. Even though we know spreading gossip is bad, why do we LOVE hearing the latest tea?!  How can you avoid being sucked into a drama-filled friendship? And what do you do when someone you trust tells your secret!   While it sometimes feels like drama, rumors, and secrets are something everyone is used to, how can we actually interrupt...
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August 29, 2022 4 mins
In this special bonus clip, get to know a little more about Shay and Jess!  Through laughter, tears, and robot dance moves, we learn a little more about the hearts and minds behind the Smart Girl’s Podcast.   You can also watch full episodes of the show on The American Girl Podcast Network channel on YouTube YouTube kids.    Producers: American Girl Talk to Jess Shay Rudolph Cloud10
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In this episode, hosts Shay Rudolph and Jess Weiner chat about the transition from elementary school to middle school, and all of the new, scary, and EXCITING things we face as we start a new school! From navigating new friendship groups, to staying on top of schoolwork and juggling all of the extracurriculars, to dealing with the anxiety of making new friends.   Shay and Jess are joined by Sway Bhatia, actress, singer, dancer, and...
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August 17, 2022 29 mins
In this episode, hosts Shay Rudolph and Jess Weiner talk about ALL the big feelings associated with flirting and having a crush for the first time, and what crushes actually teach you about yourself!   Jess and Shay are joined by the incredible Chandler Kinney, the actress most recently starring in HBO Max’s Pretty Little Liars, Original Sin, who shares her perspective on all things crushes, flirting, and what to do when you have ...
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August 15, 2022 2 mins
So… What IS this podcast all about?? Ahead of the premiere of the Smart Girl’s Podcast on 8/17, Jess and Shay take listeners through what to expect from the episodes and why they were so excited to co-host this show together!   You can also watch full episodes of the show on The American Girl Podcast Network channel on YouTube and YouTube kids.
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We are so excited! Starting next week (8/17) The Smart Girl's Podcast, hosted by 16 year-old actress, Shay Rudolph and cultural expert, Jess Weiner will bring to life the legacy of the American Girl's Smart Girl's Guides covering tough growing up topics from mental health to body image, friendships, crushes and more! You can also watch full episodes of the show on The American Girl Podcast Network channel on YouTube and YouTube ki...
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Welcome to The Smart Girls Podcast. This show brings to life American Girl’s most popular advice series: A Smart Girl's Guide, helping tweens and teens navigate what's really happening with their emotions, mental health, friendships, and more! Join our hosts: 16-year-old actress Shay Rudolph and cultural expert Jess Weiner as they interview celebrated guests and young changemakers and get answers to all of YOUR questions about grow...
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