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Before You Cut Bangs

Hosted by Laura Quick and Claire Fierman, “Before You Cut Bangs” is full of hilarious conversations about real life, common and uncommon crises, and possible cosmetic errors that come along with it. Through storytelling and therapeutic wisdom, Claire and Laura share how to NOT fuck up your hair (and life) while walking through similar situations,

Produced by Will Lochamy

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Update frequency
every 14 days
Average duration
35 minutes
Episodes
49
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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2.2 What are The Different Types of Therapy (and are Ghosts Real)?

2.2 What are The Different Types of Therapy (and are Ghosts Real)?

Taking therapy beyond the traditional couch, Laura and Claire explore unconventional methods like somatic and movement-based therapies that might just unlock those traumas your body refuses to let go…

00:34:06  |   Fri 18 Oct 2024
2.1 Perfectionism: Social Media Realities, Perfectionist Pitfalls, and Embracing Imperfection

2.1 Perfectionism: Social Media Realities, Perfectionist Pitfalls, and Embracing Imperfection

This week on "Before You Cut Bangs," we’re kicking off with our new segment, "Show and Tell." Claire shares the most scandalous gifts she received with Laura and Will, including "Clone a Willie" and …

00:35:00  |   Fri 06 Sep 2024
27. How To Deal with Emotions: Consequences, Childhood Conditioning, and Practical Strategies

27. How To Deal with Emotions: Consequences, Childhood Conditioning, and Practical Strategies

Have you ever felt like your emotions are a tightly sealed bottle, ready to burst? Laura and Claire kick off this episode by examining the surprising consequences of suppressing your feelings, from i…

00:41:31  |   Fri 23 Aug 2024
26. Your ADHD and Adderall Questions Answered (by an expert) pt.2

26. Your ADHD and Adderall Questions Answered (by an expert) pt.2

This is the second installment with Dr. Rachel Fargason, who demystifies ADHD in all its forms—from hyperactive and inattentive subtypes, to the lesser-known sluggish cognitive tempo. We also touch o…

00:23:12  |   Fri 09 Aug 2024
25. Your ADHD and Adderall Questions Answered (by an expert) pt.1

25. Your ADHD and Adderall Questions Answered (by an expert) pt.1

Ever wonder if your pile of unread texts and emails is more than just procrastination? Laura, Claire, and Will are joined by special guest, Dr. Rachel Fargason from UAB to answer listener questions c…

00:25:37  |   Fri 26 Jul 2024
24. Don't Take It Personally...

24. Don't Take It Personally...

Are we living in the most offended generation ever? Perhaps. We are unpacking why we feel offended by our close people (spouses, partners, kids, TEENAGERS, colleagues, friends) and what to do when it…

00:30:50  |   Fri 12 Jul 2024
23. ADHD: Myths, Strategies, and Our Personal Stories

23. ADHD: Myths, Strategies, and Our Personal Stories

ADHD isn't just a buzzword; it’s a complex condition that can impact every aspect of life. Have you ever wondered how ADHD truly affects daily functioning and what it takes to get an accurate diagnos…

00:52:12  |   Fri 28 Jun 2024
22. Embarrassing Moments: From Cringe to Uncontrollable Laughter

22. Embarrassing Moments: From Cringe to Uncontrollable Laughter

Join us on this (Claire can't stop laughing out loud) episode of "Before You Cut Bangs," where Laura and Claire dissect all things embarrassment. We uncover the anatomy of those mortifying moments th…

00:40:49  |   Fri 14 Jun 2024
21. The Narcissist Cycle Explained

21. The Narcissist Cycle Explained

We get it. It's a BIG, huge buzz in culture... the narcissist, or the potential narcissist in your life that's taking up a lot of space. 

In this episode, we're talking about all the steps that make u…

00:35:11  |   Fri 31 May 2024
20. But... Are WE Narcissists?

20. But... Are WE Narcissists?

On this episode, Laura, Claire, and Will are taking a narcissist quiz while tip-toeing their way around the culturally buzzing subject of narcissism on the whole. You're going to find out, in a less …

00:27:33  |   Fri 17 May 2024
19. Friendship Breakups

19. Friendship Breakups

Breaking up is hard, but breaking up with a friend is the worst. 

Life happens and sometimes we wake up and realize we are in an unhealthy place with a "friend." In this episode, we accidentally creat…

00:37:47  |   Fri 03 May 2024
18. PORN: The Four Letter Word No One Talks About... Except Us

18. PORN: The Four Letter Word No One Talks About... Except Us

Disclaimer: This episode contains subjects that might not be suitable for children or those suffering from sexual trauma

Porn is a very controversial topic, and it will come as no surprise that you'll…

00:45:10  |   Fri 19 Apr 2024
17. Neuroplasticity and Negative-Nancys

17. Neuroplasticity and Negative-Nancys

You CAN teach an old dog new tricks, but only if they want to learn, folks. 

On this episode, Claire got a new pup named Glenda, Laura had a psycho moment over a customer service issue, and no one lik…

00:42:06  |   Fri 05 Apr 2024
16. Spring Break 2024: Crazy Expectations and The Enneagram

16. Spring Break 2024: Crazy Expectations and The Enneagram

On this episode, we are spring break and family vacation traditions. We are telling stories of Clark Griswold moments in Europe with Laura and prompt dinner times with Claire at the beach... and the …

00:33:25  |   Fri 22 Mar 2024
15. Miscommunication (Do you know what a BBL is?)

15. Miscommunication (Do you know what a BBL is?)

Miscommunication can be hilarious, embarrassingly hilarious, hilariously insulting, or just flat-out problematic.  Morticia Addams, BBL, and Willy Two-Tone show you examples of each in this episode. 

00:43:35  |   Fri 08 Mar 2024
14. The Top Social Media Myths and The Drug of Comparison

14. The Top Social Media Myths and The Drug of Comparison

EVERYONE is beautiful (on Instagram) and EVERYONE has the best kids (on Facebook). Laura and Claire look at the dangers of comparison fueled by social media, illuminating societal myths and the need …

00:39:09  |   Fri 23 Feb 2024
13. Intrusive Thoughts: The Six Most Common

13. Intrusive Thoughts: The Six Most Common

ALMOST every single person has intrusive thoughts. Claire tells us about the most common ones, she and Laura are honest about theirs, and Will lives in happy Chantix dreamland. 

00:36:10  |   Fri 09 Feb 2024
12. Apologies: Authentic vs Sh*tty

12. Apologies: Authentic vs Sh*tty

There are good reasons to apologize, but what are the bad ones? More importantly, we'll find out who cries the most between Laura, Claire, and Will, who has been in a fight, and who is the real thera…

00:33:14  |   Fri 26 Jan 2024
11. New Year's Resolutions, Traditions, and The Story of All Stories

11. New Year's Resolutions, Traditions, and The Story of All Stories

What are healthy ways to set New Year's resolutions, and more importantly, what resolutions should you avoid? Plus, enjoy a trip down Laura's memory lane and play 
"Guess the Bleeped Word!" on this ep…

00:32:05  |   Fri 05 Jan 2024
10. Codependency vs. People-Pleasing

10. Codependency vs. People-Pleasing

Gather around the proverbial campfire, all our fellow YES PEOPLE, while Laura and Claire unpack the differences between codependency and people-pleasing. They'll share tools that could help you overc…

00:36:27  |   Fri 22 Dec 2023
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