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Ding-a-ling-a-ding-a-ding-dong-ding! It's here! Ronnukah is upon us, and we've got a MAJOR treat for you, pardon me. We've got some truly out of the box, surprising, always chic, always incredible gift suggestions this season, and we can't wait to share them with you! There's something for all tastes and all price points. Oprah, eat your heart out.

And don't forget that anyone who belongs to Ronna's Private Reserve on Patreon will be getting a DOUBLE ISSUE Shades of Vanilla Newsletter that's a Ronnukah Read-Along. It's a compendium of EVERY GIFT on our Ronnukah list. This includes pictures and links to everything we mention! It's a valuable and convenient companion for the Ronnukah episode and probably our most useful newsletter yet! If you're not yet a member, join the Private Reserve level at patreon.com/askronna for access!

And there's more Ronnukah! Our Ronnukah LIVE Cabaret is coming up on December 7. Of course there will be songs, gifts, advice, and games, but we've also got some special guests like Eleanor Roosevelt (really) and the one and only Jason Mantzoukas! It's not to be missed! It's all happening on December 7 at 5pm ET / 2pm PT. And if you can't make it, your ticket will grant you access to a recording of the festivities in their entirety. askronnalive.com

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Now wait a minute. This week in The Carriage House we're THRILLED to welcome back one of our favorite guests for her THIRD appearance, pardon me. It's Mary Holland!

Catch Mary next month in NIGHTBITCH with the fabulous Amy Adams. It's not to be missed!

Mary joins us to give advice on a gift giving dilemma and how to deal with a complex and toxic work environment.

Ronnukah LIVE is coming up soon! Songs, dance, giveaways, surprises, and, of course, our patented advice. Join us on December 7, and don't worry if you can't make it on the day. Your ticket includes a recording of the show in its entirety! askronnalive.com

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Well, here we are. We recorded this episode the morning after last week's not so super Tuesday, so we're feeling riled up. We've got LOTS to talk about, excuse me.

But then we move on to greener pastures with a veritable feast of follow-ups. We hear about the mother in a relationship with the Porsche owner, the lesbian romance author, the mowing maniac, the fruit sperm donor, and an egg donor from four years ago. After the week we've all had, it's nice to reconnect with old friends!

Speaking of connection, we couldn't be more excited about our upcoming Ronnukah LIVE Cabaret Show on December 7th. We all need the laughs, the community, and the good cheer. Join us for what promises to be an evening to remember! Tickets at askronnalive.com

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Now wait a minute. First off, it's Election Day. VOTE. VOTE. VOTE. If you haven't already. Then, when you're done voting, you can listen to this episode as your reward. And we've got a treat for you this week, pardon me. Joining us in The Carriage House is the delightful Vanessa Bayer!

You know her, of course, from her hilarious work on SNL. She's also known for her absolutely fabulous show I LOVE THAT FOR YOU, which was a favorite of ours, along with countless other projects. You can also catch her on her own podcast HOW DID WE GET WEIRD which she hosts with her brother Jonah.

Vanessa helps us give advice on getting back in the dating pool and how to hint to a grandparent that you'd like their house after they're gone.

Tickets are now on sale for our Ronnukah LIVE Cabaret Show! It'll be the perfect bow on top of the gift that is the holiday season. Join us on December 7th at 5pm ET / 2pm PT for a musical romp filled with guests and giveaways. Tickets at askronnalive.com

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We've got a treat for you this week to celebrate the peak of Spooky Season. It's a trip inside the Patreon Carriage House for one of the most talked about mysteries we've ever had. There was a LOT of chatter about this when it first aired in August of 2021, and what better way to get into the Halloween spirit than with this!

You know we love a good mystery in The Carriage House. We have GOT to get to this chilling cliffhanger that's worthy of its own Josh Mankiewicz DATELINE story. It involves the mysterious disappearance of a local dog walker and we are in desperate need of more information! After that, we give our advice on using a shared space that another person seems to have claimed as their own. With Ronna well rested after her doubles tournament win, and (Bryan) high on sugar from his day-late birthday cake, we've got a lot to say this week!

And if you enjoyed this peak into the Patreon Carriage House, we'd love to welcome you as a full member! Join us for bonus episodes, surprises, and of course the coveted Shades of Vanilla Newsletter. patreon.com/askronna

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Now wait a minute. We've got a real head turner this week, pardon me. And she's fresh off an 'everything shower.' Joining us in The Carriage House is the DELIGHTFUL Genevieve Angelson!

She's a star of stage and screen. You know her from her work on GOOD GIRLS REVOLT and her current show THE CHICKEN SISTERS, which you can find on Hallmark Plus!

Genevieve helps us give advice on how to keep the conversation going when you're a parent at a children's party and dealing with a thorny cultural issue with your in-laws.

Not only is our AR Social Club October Spoo-Kiki THIS WEEKEND, excuse me, but we've got our very fun, very special, NOT TO BE MISSED Ronnukah Cabaret LIVE Show on December 7th! Tickets on sale November 1st. Be on the lookout!

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Now wait a minute. Ronna's away this week, but we've got a real scene stealer with us. It's the one, the only, the venerated, pardon me, Mitch Silpa!

Mitch's one man show FIVE GAMESHOWS AND A FUNERAL is happening TONIGHT at Dynasty Typewriter in Los Angeles! Link to tickets on Mitch's profile.

Mitch (& Bryan) give advice on a parent in a parasitic relationship and dealing with a potential misgendering issue at an upcoming wedding.

If you can believe it, we're already starting to plan Ronnukah 2024, and, in addition to our gift suggestions, we've got a VERY special extra treat in store. Join us on Saturday, December 7th, for RONNUKAH LIVE, a show featuring music, carols, gifts, guests, giveaways, and more! Tickets on sale November 1st. It's a holly, jolly Ronnukah!

And we're still running our Trick or Treat Promo over on Patreon! Join us at the $5 level and, for the entire month of October, you'll have access to Ronna's Private Reserve, which includes bonus video episodes, all Free Feeds ad free, and the October Shades of Vanilla newsletter. Join us! patreon.com/askronna

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Now wait a minute. For our annual Halloween candy tasting episode, we've brought back two sweeties to The Carriage House. A couple of peeps, if you will. It's one of our favorite traditions. Helping us taste test all the new candy for the spooky season is none other than Paul F. Tompkins and Janie Haddad Tompkins!

If you're not subscribed to their Substack, WEEKEND WATER, you're truly missing out. This month, they're doing watchalongs to classic horror films every Thursday, culminating on Halloween itself. It's fun, it's hilarious, and very much worth your time!

This year Ronna, (Bryan), Paul, and Janie give their verdicts on all the hot new candy of the season: Ghost Toast Kit Kats, Werewolf Tracks Reese's Cups, Ghoulish Green Twix, Pumpkin Pie M&Ms, and much, much more. If you want to make sure your trick-or-treaters are getting only the best, this is the episode for you!

Want to listen to this episode without ads? Join us on Patreon! For just $5, you'll get all Free Feeds ad-free. AND, for the month of October, we're running a Trick or Treat Promo over on Patreon. All paid members, regardless of tier, will get access to Ronna's Private Reserve, the highest level of access on offer! It's a GREAT way to experience the pinnacle of Carriage House luxury. AND, as a special bonus, this episode will be available in video format to all paid members! You have to see Ronna's face when tries Ghost Toast.

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Notified by text mere minutes beforehand, (Bryan) found out that not only was Ronna out today, but that his co-host was going to be someone he owes quite a bit of money to. Luckily he was able to put this awkwardness aside and welcome to The Carriage House our dear, dear friend Naomi Ekperigin!

Of course you know Naomi from her podcast COUPLES THERAPY, which, if you're not listening to, shame on you. But did you know Naomi is also a fancy Hollywood writer? Look for her new show ST. DENIS MEDICAL this fall on NBC!

And Naomi can be seen this November in Los Angeles at Dynasty Typewriter opening for none other than...Bryan Safi! Go to bryansafi.com for tickets and info!

(Bryan) and Naomi give advice this week on dealing with social anxiety on the job and what to gift a father for his second marriage at age 75.

Don't forget about our Patreon Trick or Treat Promo! For the entire month of October, members at ANY paid level get access to EVERYTHING on offer! That means for as little as $5, you can get THREE video Patreon episodes, all Free Feed episodes ad-free, AND the Shades of Vanilla Newsletter. There's never been a better time to come check out what you're missing on Patreon! patreon.com/askronna

And today is the LAST DAY to sign up for AR Social Club and our October Spoo-Kiki! Halloween is our favorite holiday, and we're celebrating in style with a cocktail to remember and a Kiki for the ages. DON'T. MISS. OUT. Join us today! arsocialclub.com 

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Now wait a minute. (Bryan) is off conquering Hollywood, as he's wont to do these days, but don't worry; we've got someone who's just as glamorous, just as charming, and just as Hollywood as our dear (Bryan). It's none other than our dear friend Paul Scheer!

Of course you know Paul from his countless TV and film credits as well as his fabulous podcast HOW DID THIS GET MADE, which he hosts along with June Diane Raphael and Jason Mantzoukas. But he's also an instant New York Times Bestselling Author, pardon me. His book, JOYFUL RECOLLECTIONS OF TRAUMA, is an incredible read and available wherever you get your books!

Ronna and Paul give advice this week on a DOOZE of a financial problem involving a letter writer's parents as well as a gift giving conundrum causing some friction between friends.

Trick or treat? This October in The Carriage House, it's definitely 'treat!' For the entire month of October, if you're a member of our Patreon at ANY level ($5, $10, or $15), you'll get access to EVERYTHING on offer for the entire month! That means for as little as $5, you'll get THREE video episodes, ALL Free Feeds completely ad-free, AND the Shades of Vanilla Newsletter. It's NEVER been a better time to come check out what you're missing over on Patreon! Join now for this special October surprise! patreon.com/askronna

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