Today on the show Justin asks Christian to help him navigate a predicament involving parking and pizza, and Christian thinks we should make some changes to the alphabet and keep G hard. Molly from Cincinnati writes in wondering about the origin of Poodollar, plus she gives Christian some ideas for his bad back. Finally, Angie from Cleveland calls in wondering whether people with real words as names feel weird when they hear it.

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Esther Perel (Where Should We Begin?) and Justin talk about her groundbreaking couple's therapy podcast "Where Should We Begin," how resentment builds and can damage a relationship, and why telling stories can help strengthen bonds between friends and lovers.

Join Esther for an evening unlike any other as she shines a light on the cultural shifts transforming relationships and helps us rethink how we connect, how we desire – and even how we love. You’ll hear exclusive podcast clips, meet other audience members (Esther is describing it as a 3,000 person first date) and have a chance to interact with Esther from the audience. Together we will take risks and share stories – not knowing how the evening will unfold. Learn more at estherperel.com/tour

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This week, the guys gush over this season of The Bachelor and they come to the realization that they’re both team Daisy. Then, Brydie the phlebotomist writes in to express how their brotherly banter remind her of her own boys. Finally, Daniel calls in to say thank you for playing his abandoned voicemail on the pod and to relate about not being the stereotypical “manly” man.

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Charles Duhigg (Supercommunicators) and Justin talk about his most recent book about how we can communicate better, his research on the different kinds of conversations we have in every day life and how we can break bad habits.

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This week Justin talks about his efforts to watch all the Oscar noms, and Christian muses on what makes going to the DMV so miserable. Then we read a letter from Kyla whose friend was a college classmate of Justin’s (and she has some opinions of him from back then). Finally, Tiffany calls in asking for advice on how to make a Costco meet-cute into a real friendship.

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Bob Costas (MLB Network) and Justin talk about his long career as a sportscaster for NBC, how he got his start calling minor league hockey games and why he believes The Kansas City Chiefs are America’s team. 

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Best friend of the show Jerry O’Connell calls in from the gym for a quick chat about what he did for his 50th birthday. Then we read a letter from Soraya asking for advice about setting boundaries with siblings. Finally, Brad calls in to shout out his wife Ellis and he asks about the gender breakdown of the show and the guys’ thoughts about AI. 

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Steve Aoki (HiROQUEST 2: Double Helix) and Justin talk about his interest in cold plunging and longevity research, how he manages his demanding DJ schedule, and how his father’s impressive legacy lives on.

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The guys have a lot to say about the Super Bowl this week and “they don’t both have to have bet $50 on the Chiefs.” Then we read a letter from Betsy who shares her personal tales of the paranormal. Finally, Ellis from Colorado calls in asking how the guys met their significant others, who made the first move and what advice they have for a long marriage. 

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Mark-Paul Gosselaar (Found, Saved By The Bell) and Justin talk about his iconic Zack Morris character in Saved By the Bell, how he avoided being typecast, and they clear up a silly little rumor about competing for the same roles. 

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