Scrubbing In with Becca Tilley & Tanya Rad

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We’re diving into the Dear Banya mailbag to help some Scrubbers with our expert-adjacent advice! We share some prenup advice, we get deep into the weeds on LA neighborhoods, and we have some updates from Scrubbers who took our advice! How did it all go?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s our 8 year anniversary! We share some of our favorite Scrubbing In memories and Tanya shares a (mostly) original poem! While we reminisce, Becca reveals a deal she made with Hayley about her at-home behavior. Tanya had a celebrity sighting over the weekend, so it’s time to play a frustrating round of “Guess Who”! Plus, we discuss the Emmys, the new Mormon Wife turned Bachelorette, and we check in on Becca’s break-up predictions! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re playing things a bit loose this week, because WE make the rules! It feels like a good time to play some games, do a round of “Would You Rather?” and of course, answer a Dear Banya question! We try to help with a “backup” engagement ring, and we plan out a dream Scrubbing In Con! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s football season and Dancing with the Stars season so there’s a LOT to get into! How will Tanya deal with losing Roby to his fantasy team for months on end? And what do we think of the DWTS cast?? Is it stacked or wack?? We get into all the new couples who have been spotted recently, including one that hits Tanya close to home. Plus, Tanya shares her triple-court-dipper journey to get her name change, and the free bleeding update no one asked for but you’re getting anyway! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s another round of Dear Banya! We try to help a Scrubber in her TTC era, another who’s navigating toxic in-laws, and the essential guide to Instagram “pinning” etiquette. Plus, one of the most difficult and personal questions we’ve ever been asked on this podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can you believe how much has happened since we were last in the Scrubbing In Pad?? We NEED to talk about Taylor’s engagement, the Love Island reunion, and Tanya’s latest commitment to “free bleeding”. Tanya takes us through her experience with a “spiritual cleansing healer”, and Becca reveals that she and Hayley need to work on better ocean communication. Plus, we discuss favorite tracks from the new album by friend of the show, Sabrina Carpenter! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of our favorite Bachelorettes is hanging out with Becca and Tanya! Katie Thurston is ready to share how she keeps a positive outlook on life despite her stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis. Katie lets us in on her relationship with her husband, and how they went from meeting to married... all within one year! Plus, Katie gets emotional when sharing her breast cancer journey with Becca and Tanya and why she chose to be public about her challenges. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back from Vegas and there is SO MUCH to cover! We have a full recap of Backstreet Boys at Sphere and Tanya is still recovering from a Kevin Richardson “double tap” (if you know what we mean 😉) We get caught up on all the headlines in the world of Jonas Brothers, Taylor and Travis’ podcast, and possibly our new favorite celeb couple! Plus, we play a podcast pop quiz! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are backstage at Sphere Las Vegas for Backstreet Boys Into the Millennium! But Becca and Tanya aren’t alone… they’re joined by founding member AJ McLean! AJ shares all the secrets, like how they make the set list from their countless hits, how his kids react to having a pop star dad, and we ask the big question… where did the name “Backstreet Boys” come from?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Couldn’t get enough of our Pod Swap with Pod Meets World? Part 2 is waiting for you right here in the O.R.! Becca and Tanya are hanging out with Danielle Fishel, Rider Strong and Will Friedle from Boy Meets World, and if the 90s nostalgia wasn’t enough... we’re pre-gaming before Backstreet Boys at Sphere! Discover the true magic behind donuts, hear another contender for a “scrub a dub dub” replacement, and of course… more cup talk! It’s time for some synergy on the Strip, right here on Scrubbing in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Becca is recovering from an illness that will not quit, while Tanya fights stress in her ~*soft girl era*​~. With Freakier Friday and all the Jonas Brothers surprises, it’s a GREAT time to be a Millennial! Tanya shares her favorites from the new JoBros album, including the soundtrack to a major wipeout on a wakeboard. Plus, Becca shares her watchlist from her days stuck home sick, which you can still enjoy with clear sinuses! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re helping Scrubbers with their REAL issues and sharing some nearly expert advice! How do you decide to stay working after becoming a mother?? Should a love connection ever start in Facebook DMs?? And what do you do if you develop a crush on someone… while you’re married? Plus, Tanya takes us along on her natural nail journey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Becca is home sick, but Tanya and Mark are making sure the pod goes on! We get a recap of Tanya’s Spain vacation, which included a plane ride with a MAJOR celeb! How did Roby handle traveling with Tanya’s friends?? How similar he is to Paulina might surprise you. Plus, Tanya and Roby’s 6 year dating anniversary is coming up, but guess which other date she has in her phone for a monthly reminder! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susie Evans is back from her 24 hours on Bachelor in Paradise and she came straight to the O.R.! Susie is filling in for Tanya and she’s ready to spill ALL the tea from the beach! She reveals what it was like seeing Justin Glaze in Paradise and what the vibes were like just before they went on… did they do a “friend divorce” when they broke up?? Susie opens up about her decision to freeze her eggs and why the process affected her mood in Paradise. Plus, will she get back together with Justin?? And would she have accepted a rose from a Golden contestant?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back to share some near-expert advice in another round of Dear Banya! How can you rescue someone from the friendzone?? Can it be done?? We help a bride who is struggling with “acting bridal” and we have some summer book recs! Plus, find out why “Daylight” might be Becca and Hayley’s engagement song and “Daisies” by Justin Bieber is the soundtrack to something Tanya and Roby should be doing in private. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a new year of new attitude from Tanya! She takes us through the magical and impressive birthday dinner Roby planned, with one detail that was shockingly more stressful than her wedding! We revisit a moment from April of this year on the podcast that takes on a whole new meaning with Becca’s latest life news. Plus, we dive deep into our wakeup routines and if they match our partners, and Tanya reveals that Charli XCX might be a Tanya-Tot! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We still have SO many questions about Becca’s engagement and she’s ready to spill the answers! Will they do a first look?? Who will walk down the aisle first? IS TAYLOR INVITED?? Plus we tread with trepidation into the MOH discussion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re still basking in the post engagement glow, and also the post-Love Island glow! We get into a full recap of the dramatic Love Island finale, while Becca also shares every detail from her surprise engagement party! The MOH auditions have officially begun, and Becca learned an important lesson about ring cleaning. Plus, will Tanya share her birthday with ANOTHER important person in Becca’s life?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hayley popped the question, but now it’s the Scrubbers’ turn! Our newly engaged queens Becca and Hayley are answering all of your burning questions about their love story! Find out when they’re tying the knot, what advice Becca would give her younger self, and which Taylor Swift song Becca would use to describe this era! Plus… will Tany’s impending motherhood affect Becca’s wedding plans?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.