Heyooo listeners, it’s yet another episode of Deep Convos Podcast. This time we bring talented musician, Fran’s friend Alethea Buchal to speak with Meg and Fran about the complex minefield that is friendships between two straight friends of the opposite sex. Is it possible? What are the parameters? From friends with benefits to the friend zone, we cover it all.

TIME STAMPS: (00:03:15) Our weeks, immediate George Floyd aftermath, deeper investigation into our ingrained beliefs. (00:14:47) Part 1: our personal experiences & the current landscape, how marriage affects this, is it possible? does age matter? the “assessment stage,” the “tension,” girlfriends, relationship status. (00:42:50) Part 2: bio breaks, compliments to the chef (chef’s kiss), relationship status continued, trust & jealousy in relationships (Dax Shepard & Kristen Bell), unique challenges of opposite-sex friendships, distance makes the heart grow less fond; friends with benefits & friend zoning; trust & support each other as women. (00:01:27) Part 3: Examples in the media. What We’re Loving This Week: So Delicious Cookies & Cream Coconut Milk Ice Cream, Ramy Season 2 (this is a repeat, we know), Carly Rae Jepsen (Dedicated Side B), Quote of the Week, Good bye! 

SOCIAL

IG: @deepconvospod

Email: [email protected]

Alethea’s IG: @akb_music

Alethea’s FB and site: facebook.com/akbmusic, www.akbmusic.com

MUSIC

Intro/Outro: https://soundcloud.com/iamryanlittle/wish-you-were-here

Transitions: https://soundcloud.com/mundaner-than-you/hello-mr-princeton-otis-mcdonald (Thank you!!)