Give It To Me Straight

If you like it, put a *bigger* ring on it. Guys, listen up! Wedding rings are just like cars. They deserve an upgrade every few years. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon talk ring upgrades, prenups before marriage, and issues with having a codependent partner. If you break it down, marriage is very simple: take charge, make decisions, and upgrade your rings. Did we just solve marriage? Probably not but this is a good place to start.

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0:00 - Intro

37:21 - The Seven Year Itch

39:35 - He Wants A House and A Prenup

44:59 - If You Like It, Put a Bigger Ring On It

48:48 - My Wife Doesn’t Have Goals

52:38 - My Husband Is Codependent

56:59 - The Big Wedding Compromise

01:03:35 - Societal Norms vs. What I Want

01:07:30 - Reading Your Secrets

01:08:48 - Recs of the Week

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Has body positivity gone too far? To answer this question, we have our first guest on the podcast, Victoria Garrick Browne! A fellow content creator, mental health advocate, and founder of the Hidden Opponent, Victoria is hands down the most impressive person Alex and Jon have ever met. She joins the pod to share insightful points on body positivity, the “myth” of will power, and how to encourage your partner to live a healthier lifestyle with you. It’s Alex and Jon like you’ve never seen them before: serious and focused. Jon tries to impress Victoria with his volleyball experience but it’s clear theres no comparison. She was a D1 athlete and Jon is, well…Jon.

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0:00 - Intro

01:00:32 - Has Body Positivity Gone Too Far?

01:10:11 - Do I Need Botox For My Wedding?

01:13:38 - My Family Shames My Body

01:17:51 - I Want My Partner To Workout

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Is my wife lazy or is she just pregnant? Careful how you answer this one. In today’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss all things pregnancy as Alex nears her due date! BABY IS IMMINENT! From being a fitness mom to a “lazy bum”, there’s no right or wrong way to be pregnant. As long as you pump and dump after drinking, you’re doing it right. Milk is replaceable! But a night in with a glass or wine…or two…priceless.

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0:00- Intro

39:29 - What If Alex and Jon Were Related?

41:31 - Get A Job? Or Get Pregnant? 

43:05 - Fitness Advice for Expecting Moms

46:10 - My Wife is Lazy…I Mean…Pregnant

51: 22 - My Drunk Sister

52:47 - My Husband Won’t Have Sex With Me

59:29 - Is Gender Disappointment Valid?

01:01:36 - My Sister Overshadowed My Day

01:04:01 - Reading Your Secrets

01:07:07 - Recs of the Week

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If you could change one thing about your wedding, what would it be? Alex and Jon answer this question in today’s episode! Weddings are supposed to be one of the best days of your life but it’s not always what is cracked up to be. 

From upset in-laws to kids running around, it can actually be the most chaotic day. The only thing Jon remembers from his wedding is how Alex looked. Sweet, right? Well…take a listen because Jon’s head is on the chopping block.

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0:00 - Intro

37:33 - What To Splurge On? Skimp On? 

42:12 - I Bought My Sister’s Wedding Dress

47:32 - I Was Demoted from Bridesmaid to Guest

51:28 - Plus One or Plus Zero?

53:42 - Keep Your Kids Out of My Wedding!

59:48 - I Kicked Him Out of the Bridal Party

01:01:58 - Torn Between Two Celebrations 

01:06:15 - Recs of the Week

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Getting divorced sucks. But getting divorced before you’re 30? Kind of chic. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon talk about break ups, divorces, and dating married men. It’s all fun and games until he doesn’t leave his wife. But don’t worry! Alex and Jon are still happily married. They do talk about what they would do if they ever got divorced. Alex would be fine…but Jon? He can’t afford to lose Alex so he’s on his best behavior…for the rest of his life. 

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0:00 - Intro

35:41 - I Want To Save My Marriage

38:52 - His Ex-Wife Still Has His Last Name

41:40 - They Got Back Together...Yay?

45:59 - Homewrecker or Homemaker?

49:36 - She’s Dating a Married Man! 

52:01 - We’re Getting Divorced Over Kids

57:57 - How Do I Tell Him I’m a Divorcee? 

01:02:12 - Do You Want IG Models or Me?

01:11:18 - I Hate My Ex’s Cat

01:17:54 - Recs of the Week

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What should you get your best friend for their birthday? According to Jon: Nothing. Zip. Zilch. Nada. In today’s episode, we’re talking MONEY, HONEY and the expectations surrounding gift giving. Jon gets pretty heated in this one, so you may want to lower the volume on your speakers. If you take one thing from this episode, it’s this: Do not buy Jon gifts. Ever. Alex will gladly accept though! 

0:00 - Intro

28:32 - How Do I Make More Money?

31:21 - I’m Buying a House, Not Your Friendship

33:46 - Do I Need to Bring a Birthday Gift?

40:28 - My Groomsman Ditched My Wedding 

43:28 - My Mom Runs My Finances 

47:26 - My Presence Is The Wedding Present

58: 23 - My Husband Has Major Debt

01:01:33 - I Want Access to My Husband’s Bank Account 

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“You know you’re adopted, right? I’m telling mom!” In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss sibling relationships and how you can be best friends as kids and enemies as adults. Your “built-in best friend” doesn’t sound so great when they’re stealing your inheritance or picking the same baby names as you. People say Alex and Jon look like siblings and although they swear they’re “husband and wife”…it makes you think why they always argue…like children. 

0:00 - Intro

33:21 - I Want More Alone Time

35:26 - Do I Need To Have Two Kids?

39:37 - Siblings as Coworkers 

41:41 - I’m Not Sharing My Inheritance

46:33 - Can You Watch My Child?

55:41 - My Brother Picked The Same Baby Name

1:00:59 -The Craziest Alaskan Wedding

1:05:03 - Oh Brother! He Can’t Get It Up

1:15:12 - Recs of the Week

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Trying to keep the spark alive in your relationship? Used every match in the box but nothing ignites? Maybe it’s time to give up…or just listen to Alex and Jon. In this week’s episode, they talk about ways to reinvigorate your relationship, from the 2-2-2 rule all the way to metal rods in…male parts. It sounds painful…but you know what hurts even more? Not having sex. 

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0:00 - Intro

33:51 - Nothing Sexier Than A Burrito

36: 39 - Now You Three Me, Now You Don’t

38:54 - Stuck In Routine

41:49 - Couch Confessions

47:41 - My Boyfriend’s Poor Hygiene 

52:23 - Am I Asexual?

56:08 - Postpartum PTSD (Penis Trauma Stress Disorder)

01:01:38 - I’m A Gym Rat With Wondering Eyes

01:08:21 - I Put A (Dry) Spell On You

01:12:46 - Recs of the Week

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“I DON’T WANT TO BE YOUR FRIEND ANYMORE” We’ve all heard that at some point as children, but as adults? In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss friendships and all the intricacies and nuances that come with forming and retaining relationships in adulthood. Friendships aren’t as easy as they used to be. Alex could use fifteen more friends while Jon wants fifteen less. The only new person Jon wants in his life is his daughter…and that’s pushing it!

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0:00 - Intro

32:44 - I Don’t Want Any Friends

34:50 - I Can Get Pregnant. My Friend Can’t. 

36:52 - How Do I Make Friends?

41:34 - I Slept With My Best Friend

47:42 - I Never Get Invited To Things 

52:52 - We’re Drifting Apart 

55:39 - Your Boyfriend Isn’t The One

1:00:15 - I Deleted My Friend Off Socials 

1:04:44 - I Think My Best Friend Hates Me

1:10:47 - Recs of the Week

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Peeping on your partners phone? You’re not going to like what you find…In today’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss snooping through phones, travel woes, and peeing in front your partner. Is there no greater joy than the comfort of peeing while your partner watches? Alex thinks so but Jon wishes he had married someone more private.

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0:00 - Intro

30:06 - I Want Him To Pee In Front of Me! 

34:03 - Should We Travel Before Kids?

36:43 - You Cruise You Lose 

40:02 - My Husband Needs to STFU

50: 14 - I Found Something On His Phone

58:16 - Sayonara, Sister! 

1:05:01 - Why Is Divorce So Casual?

1:11:45 - Sharing Your Secrets

1:13:27 - Recs of the Week

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