In this behind-the-scenes special, I'm handing the mic to GOTL co-author Diane Jacobs Natoli as she interviews me, Megan Dirks, your usual host, for a heartfelt look at the making of The Girl on the Left. We talk about where the idea began, the unexpected challenges we faced, and the meaningful moments that shaped this project from the inside out.

You’ll hear about the messy drafts, the happy accidents, the big goals that kept us going, and the heart that fuels it all. It’s an honest and uplifting glimpse into how this book came to life and where we hope it will go next. Grab your favorite snack and come celebrate the story behind the story with us.

In this special Mother’s Day bonus episode, I sit down with my own mom, Heather, for a vulnerable and honest conversation about motherhood, daughterhood, and everything in between. We talk about what it was really like for her to raise me, how our relationship has grown over time, and the deeper emotional layers we’ve both had to unpack.

From the beauty of mother-daughter connection to the weight of generational patterns, we explore how healing happens through reflection, love, and the choice to do things differently. This one’s for the cycle breakers, the softhearted rebels, and anyone learning to hold their past with grace while still reaching for a better future.

In this special episode for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Megan is joined by the fierce and fearless Brenda Del Granado for a conversation that pulls no punches.

They dive into how people-pleasing, early sexual exploration, and seeking validation can quietly lead girls into dangerous dynamics. They talk about the digital age, the rise of sex work in mainstream spaces, and why so many still struggle to name the difference between empowerment and exploitation.

This episode is about the gray areas no one wants to touch. The ones that shape our sense of safety, sexuality, and self-worth. Brenda brings clarity, compassion, and truth for those who never got the full story growing up.

Content Warning: Topics include sexual assault, grooming, and emotionally sensitive material.

Because the girl on the left deserved protection. This is how we start giving it.