Not Aspirational with Hannah Aaron Brown

Latest Episodes:

Diarrhea at Alo: A Not Aspirational Catch Up May 14, 2025

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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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TIMESTAMPS:

Welcome & a vibey new hot girl mantra - 0:00 - 4:15

Finding play in adulthood - 4:16 - 5:36

Mother's Day recap - 5:37 - 10:01

Pop culture & random thoughts - 10:02 - 23:32

Sister time recap & signs from beyond! - 23:33 - 35:02

GROW UP!, closing comments and loveyoubye! - 35:03 - End

A Sad Girl Itinerary for Difficult Days! May 07, 2025

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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 community navigate difficult days with a mix of structure, flexibility, self-care, and community support. Hang in there hot girls: you're not alone!

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TIMESTAMPS:

Welcome, Not Aspirational Story Time & Lorde/Brat Summer 2.0 - 0:00 - 13:57

GROW UP! - 13:58 - 17:18

Vulnerability Time!!! - 17:19 - 18:28

Sad Girl Itinerary for Difficult Days - 18:29 - 32:00

Closing comments and loveyoubye! - 32:01 - End

A Good Midwestern Catch Up ft. Danny Pellegrino Apr 30, 2025

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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 for the upcoming season of And Just Like That! No timestamps because in true Hannah and Danny fashion, we did not stay on any topic for more than 2 minutes at a time!

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Adulting Sucks and How to Feel Empowered At Work Apr 23, 2025

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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!

TIMESTAMPS:

Welcome! - 0:00 - 2:09

Not Aspirational story time/vent sesh - 2:10 - 21:20

How to feel empowered in the workplace - 21:22 - 38:17

GROW UP & Loveyoubye! - 38:18 - End

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At Least I Had Fun!: A Not Aspirational Catch Up Apr 16, 2025

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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!

TIMESTAMPS:

A very chaotic welcome! - 0:00 - 6:58

Housekeeping! - 6:59 - 8:37

Pop Culture stuff - 8:38 - 26:45

GROW UP! - 26:46 - 30:33

Closing remarks + LOVEYOUBYE! - 30:34 - End

TIX FOR UPCOMING STANDUP SHOWS:

⁠4/20: Haha Comedy Club⁠

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"God Forbid a Woman's a Little Bit of a B**tch Sometimes" ft. Raven James Apr 09, 2025

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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.

TIMESTAMPS:

Welcome & A Sensible Crash Out - 0:00 - 9:50

Apple's New Scheduling Text Message Feature - 9:51 - 13:00

"The Group Chat" & Girls Night Out Etiquette - 13:01 - 20:07

Group Chat Etiquette & Toxic Jobs - 20:08 - 30:01

Raging Against LinkedIn!!!! - 30:02 - 32:22

Friend or Opp?- 32:23 - 36:26

The VIP List, Semma, & Rage Bait - 36:27 - 40:46

Sh*dowB*anned & Bummer Moods 40:47 - 43:27

GROW UP!: Seggualizing Food & Drinks - 43:28 - 47:40

Outro & LOVEYOUBYE! - 47:41 - End

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⁠Listen to Raven's Podcast Bitch is Better! ⁠

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TIX FOR UPCOMING STANDUP SHOWS:

⁠4/20: Haha Comedy Club⁠

GROW UP. Apr 02, 2025

Show notes

In this episode of 'Not Aspirational,' host Hannah reflects on a recent not aspirational moment in a gift shop, discusses the concept of 'falling asleep boyfriends,' pop culture happenings, and salivates over the excitement of planning a college reunion. Finally, she gives her two cents on what makes people annoying and what makes people hot!

TIMESTAMPS:

OHMYGODHI! - 0:00 - 2:13

Not Aspirational Anecdotes & Falling Asleep Boyfriends - 2:14 - 11:57

Pop Culture Catch Up - 11:58 - 31:25

What Makes Already Annoying People More Annoying - 31:26 - 41:01

What Makes People Hot - 41:02 - 46:20

Closing thoughts and loveyoubye! - 46:21 - End

TIX FOR UPCOMING STANDUP SHOWS:

4/20: Haha Comedy Club

Watch full episodes on Youtube!

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Want to be featured on Wellness Check Wednesday? Email us at NotAspirationalPod@Gmail.com!

The Manifestation Episode Mar 26, 2025

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In this episode of Not Aspirational, Hannah talks all about her journey with self-improvement and manifestation! In true #notaspirational fashion, she also shares her struggles with procrastination, unhinged online criticism, and the importance of self-reflection. From her personal experience with manifestation to practical tips for every day, Hannah explores the journey of self-discovery, embracing the human experience, and navigating imposter syndrome, because everyone is worthy of living their dreams and embodying their best selves. <3

TIMESTAMPS:

Checking in & TV Recs - 0:00 - 5:35

Did I just get canceled over reality TV? - 5:36 - 12:20

My Manifestation Journey - 12:21 - 22:43

Manifestation Tips - 22:44 - 46:27

Closing thoughts and loveyoubye! - 46:28 - End

TIX FOR UPCOMING STANDUP SHOWS:

4/20: Haha Comedy Club

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