Our letter writer this week asks- can you date someone you’re not attracted to? She’s had a fling with her friend, but she’s not sure if they have chemistry. We bring on sex and couples therapist Adrienne Alden to discuss attachment theory, bod

The quarterlife crisis

Apr 25th, 2021 1h 6m

There is so much pressure to figure out your career and “settle down” in your 20’s and 30’s. But how do you know what path to choose? And how do you avoid investing in the wrong school or relationship? We can deeply empathize and share our str

Rapid fire dating advice

Apr 10th, 2021 1h 12m

This episode we answer questions rapid fire! From letting go of “rules” for hookups to how to send a rejection text to getting back in the dating game after COVID, we’ve got you covered.

How to speak up at work

Mar 28th, 2021 1h 4m

Our letter writer this week has gotten feedback that she should speak up more, even though that goes against her personal communication style. She’s a quieter, deep thinker and sometimes feels imposter syndrome. She’s also a woman of color work

Thirty, flirty, and thriving?

Mar 13th, 2021 1h 7m

This week we read a letter from someone who’s been told that his career makes him unattainable. He’s a gay man about to turn 30, and he’s wondering if his career is getting in the way of meeting Mr. Right. To dive into the world of dating apps,

Supervising Gen Z - Part 2

Feb 26th, 2021 1h 4m

What do you do when you’re managing someone who’s underperforming? It can be tempting to fix their problems yourself in order to avoid confrontation. We discuss how to delegate and give direct feedback to confront the situation head on.

Supervising Gen Z- Part 1

Feb 19th, 2021 1h 12m

It’s easy to stereotype young people in the workplace as lazy and unprofessional. We dive into the challenges of being young at work and managing new grads. We discuss which issues can be chalked up to the individual, being inexperienced, gener

When to compromise in relationships

Feb 6th, 2021 1h 11m

In long-term relationships, it’s common to feel like your life revolves around someone else’s family, career, or education. The hosts discuss meeting your partner’s needs while standing up for your own.

How much should status matter in your career?

Jan 31st, 2021 1h 13m

The hosts bring on their first ever guest, Caleb Jones, to discuss the pros and cons of striving for status. From getting good grades to landing a prestigious job, the hosts discuss whether it’s worth it to live for external validation.

How to make new friends and keep the old

Jan 24th, 2021 1h 7m

The hosts explore the changing nature of adult friendships. They discuss whether a dying friendship can be saved, how to get good friends to be best friends, and how to make new friends in a pandemic.

Should you spill your guts on a first date?

Jan 17th, 2021 51m 15s

This episode, we discuss how to deal with trauma in different phases of your life. Our first letter writer asks--how do you navigate your own mental health while dating? Our second letter writer survived trauma in her teens and is now feeling m

Feedback is a "gift"

Jan 9th, 2021 54m 38s

It’s often easier to avoid difficult conversations than to address conflict head on. We talk about how to give and receive feedback in the workplace (with minimal crying in your car).

When your ducks aren’t in a row

Jan 2nd, 2021 55m 36s

In their first ever episode, the hosts tackle listener questions about being ready for a relationship even if you don’t have it all together and how to make a good (virtual) impression at a new job.

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