Conversations With Nation

On this week's episode we attempt to figure "it" out! We explore some of our favorite conspiracy theories for example, "Is capitalism just a tool to keep us all distracted?" Briana attempts to understand why the milk section is always the MOST busiest section in the grocery store and B.Nation explores why being an adult is so expensive. We had so much fun recording this episode. It is one that you do not want to miss!  

Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNation’s pre-show warm-up.  Trigger Warning: It is Completely Unscripted and Completely Hilarious! 

  

In this weeks episode B.Nation and Briana talk about communication and the ways in which their childhoods influence their communication styles.  B.Nation dives into her experience with having a more direct communication style and Briana talks about her experience with having a more passive communication style. The pair then explore the dynamic of communicating as cohosts and friends.   

Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNation’s pre-show warm-up.  Trigger Warning: It is Completely Unscripted and Completely Hilarious! 

In this episode your favorite accountability buddies dumpster dive in the world of dating. Briana and B.Nation share their best worst dating stories. B.Nation shares her dating criteria. Briana shares some pro-tips to make sure you are dating safely. The pair then share the importance of financial stability while dating. 

Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNation’s pre-show warm-up.  Trigger Warning: It is Completely Unscripted and Completely Hilarious! 

Welcome back, Welcome back, Welcome back! This week we are joined by friend of the Pod,  Mr. LEX B.U.B.  As a writer, actor, director, producer, entrepreneur and #GirlDad, LEX shares his thoughts around being occasionally accountable.  The teams dives into a vulnerable discussion about their experiences in love, self growth and mental health.  This is one you do not want to miss. 


Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNation’s pre-show warm-up.  Trigger Warning: It is Completely Unscripted and Completely Hilarious! 

In this super sweet sixteen episode, the OA Pod fam is joined by our very first guest, JoJo The Comedian.  JoJo The Comedian is a midwest native, and  up and coming comedian.  This episode we talk all about the courage you need  to chase after your dreams. We had so much fun this episode. You do not want to miss it. Be sure to check out JoJo The Comedian on all social media platforms: @jojothecomedian 

TLC said it best, "What about your friends?" In the episode your favorite accountability buddies talk about the challenges of trying to maintain adult relationship. Briana talks about what it feels when your friends busy schedules leaves you feeling neglected. B.Nation dives into her struggles with trying to make time for the people that she cares about.  The pair then talk about how to set boundaries in relationships that no longer serve you. 

Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNation’s pre-show warm-up.  Trigger Warning: It is Completely Unscripted and Completely Hilarious!  

The best way to describe this episode is...UGH.  In this week's episode we are reminded that it is okay to be tired. Briana talks about trying to strike the balance between wanting more out of life and expressing gratitude. B.Nation explores the exhaustion that comes with self-improvement.  The pair then dive into a very interesting question. Is it possible to experience growth and comfort at the same time or does all growth come from discomfort? This episode is a little different this week but, it is definitely one you do not want to miss.  

Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNation’s pre-show warm-up. 

In this weeks episode your favorite accountability buddies explore what it means to people please. They learn that sometimes being your full self is not all effective in every environment.  Briana explores the need to mask parts of herself in work settings and B.Nation expresses the challenges with being authentic around parental figures.  

Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNation’s pre-show warm-up.  Trigger Warning: It is Completely Unscripted and Completely Hilarious!  

Welcome back fam. 

If you are anything like us we know that life can sometimes get a little hectic. In this weeks episode we explore what it means to be busy. Briana shares her current strategy for getting things done and confronts why she is always so "busy". BNation talks about the struggles of getting caught in the details of plans and the importance of eliminating unnecessary stress in our lives. 

Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNation’s pre-show warm-up.  Trigger Warning: It is Completely Unscripted and Completely Hilarious!  

 This episode is all about apologizing and man was it hard! We learned that saying sorry is way more than just saying “Sorry”. Getting to the place of feeling remorse, acknowledging the pain you caused in others and making an effort not to do it again can be difficult. B.Nation shares some interesting survey insights from our listeners and your favorite accountability buddies give you an unscripted peek inside how they really handle conflict in their own relationship. This is one of those episodes you do not want to miss.  

Stay tuned to the end of the episode to join the “After-Party” a peek inside Briana and BNation’s pre-show warm-up.  Trigger Warning: It is Completely Unscripted and Completely Hilarious!