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Tune in to Episode 27, all about choices and priorities. The stories featured on this show revolve around either the original poster’s (OP) choice, OP is given a choice, or the person is just needing some real world advice about (some) serious choices. A few of these Reddit stories are about life alternating decisions and choices people made and we discuss the best ways to move forward. We try to help these people navigate everyday big decisions from a third party perspective. 

We cover stories ranging from telling a best friend she can do better in a fiance, enjoying a few hours for some respite care and the stress of growing a family. We hope you enjoy our perspective and comments about these stories:

1. My friend just got engaged to a major douchebag. - https://www.reddit.com/r/Advice/s/5bUGQR0puV 
2. AITA for refusing to help my sister after she kicked me out? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/s/CJALboEkEY 
3. WIBTA if I go to a concert while my husband is in the hospital? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/s/aeQQylGR9w 
4. Turns out my wife can still get pregnant at 43 - https://www.reddit.com/r/daddit/s/UZ8UOJGZe1
5. My boyfriend wants a paternity test on our newborn daughter. - https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/s/xftDkD2VxT 

If you are experiencing any trouble in your family dynamic and want Pops to chime in for some advice, we encourage you to write to us at [email protected] 

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Welcome to Episode 26, the last part of a trilogy series about “Putting Your Foot Down”. Essentially standing up for yourself by preventing something from happening or preventing something from continuing to happen. Sam is on once again here to discuss her takes on this social settings edition. 

Becs starts the stories off by setting boundaries with a selfish coworker, then moving on to a party setting where someone experiences someone being rude to them about what they are wearing, and we touch base on the “Irish Goodbye”. Then the three discuss advice on stories relating to setting boundaries with boyfriends & girlfriends and ending on why ultimatums are never a good idea. 

If you are experiencing anything similar to these stories and would like some advice, feel free to write to us at [email protected].

Episode 26 Putting Your Foot Down: Social Settings Edition Story Links:

1. How do I nicely tell someone I can no longer help them? - https://www.reddit.com/r/LifeAdvice/s/R1deZ8hwOj 
2. Did i overreact by leaving the party early? - https://www.reddit.com/r/amiwrong/s/bitra8adYa 
3. AITAH for Not Paying for My Girlfriend's Girls Trip? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/s/1nieVDxKdJ 
4. Am I wrong for Breaking Up with My Girlfriend After She Kept Making Fun of Me for Growing Up Wealthy? - https://www.reddit.com/r/amiwrong/s/796sOg5d19 
5. AITA for Prioritizing My Sister’s Wedding Over My Girlfriend’s Birthday After She Gave Me an Ultimatum? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/s/QXNwbeqUXx 

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Welcome to Episode 25, part 2 of a trilogy series about “Putting Your Foot Down”. Essentially standing up for yourself by preventing something from happening or preventing something from continuing to happen. Our special guest, Sam joins Becs & Pops again to discuss her takes on “Putting Your Foot Down - Family Relationship Edition”. 

Becs discusses stories relating to babysitting family members during bizarre circumstances, adopting a family member’s affair baby (scandalous, trigger warning here), plane ticket fiasco / Disney family vacation ruined and lastly ending on a suspicious mom accusing a boyfriend of giving her “bad treats”. 

The three of them give their takes on the stories while providing some sound advice along the way. With Pop's interesting old school perspective and sissy’s laughs, we had a great time recording the second part of the “Putting Your Foot Down” trilogy. Enjoy!

Episode 25 Putting Your Foot Down: Family Relationship Edition Story Links:

1. AITA for Refusing to Babysit My Sister's Kids After She Accused Me of Stealing? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/s/vLYwYVTP9J 
2. Am I the asshole for adopting my brother's affair baby? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AITA_WIBTA_PUBLIC/s/1EgKzCYWpT 
3. AITAH for not making my brother's soon-to-be ex-wife give up her plane ticket to his current girlfriend? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/s/oyYr576kvN 
4. AITA for not giving my mom the cake my bf bought? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/s/YY2UNKTjpa 

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Welcome to Episode 24, part 1 of a trilogy series about “Putting Your Foot Down”. Essentially standing up for yourself by preventing something from happening or preventing something from continuing to happen. We are welcomed by Becs older sister, Sam and she gives really solid marriage advice. 

Sam and her husband Jake (featured in Episode 15 & Episode 16) have been married for 4 years. Pops has been married 30+. Sam, Pops & Becs goof around while providing useful tips about maintaining a healthy relationship with longevity. 

We start with a story about honeymooners, then to a worrisome husband, then escalating to another story about opening up a marriage. We end on supporting a woman giving birth and setting her own boundaries during her birthing process. If you feel you are struggling in your marriage and want some solid advice, feel free to email us at [email protected]. We are here to help, not judge.

Episode 24 Putting Your Foot Down: Marriage Edition Story Links: 

1. AITA for offering to sell my seat to honeymooners. - https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/s/V50nWtnSUH 
2. AITA for telling my wife no? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/s/hnfXocQqDm 
3. Aitah for leaving my husband without 'putting up a fight' - https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/s/V5KLYLN7fj 
4. AITAH for not being emotionally invested in my relationship since my wife opened our relationship a year ago? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/s/be3g5SWwMy 
5. AITAH for Telling My Husband, I Don’t Want His Mom In the Delivery Room? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/s/Z5jxTrYFM0 

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Tune in this week as we discuss how to gain muscle & maintain a healthy lifestyle, featuring one of Becs dearest and closest friends, Kiana Brennan. She is a National Academy of Sports Medicine, Certified Personal Trainer and currently teaches numerous physical fitness group classes and specializes in one-on-one training. We discuss staying fit for men & women approaching their 30’s and beyond, gaining upper body muscle, eating healthy whole foods such as chicken/rice/fruit/veggies, and ending on an ideal routine for both Pops and our special guest, Kiana. 

Episode 23 Story Links Ft. Kiana Brennan:

1. What do you think is the key to staying physically fit and healthy in your 30s and beyond? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AskMenOver30/comments/12mz8l1/what_do_you_think_is_the_key_to_staying/
2. Getting/staying/being in shape in your 30s - https://www.reddit.com/r/AskWomenOver30/comments/v1ia7w/gettingstayingbeing_in_shape_in_your_30s/ 
3. What's the quickest way to gain muscle for upper body? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AskMen/comments/18icfdu/whats_the_quickest_way_to_gain_muscle_for_upper/ 
4. How to start a healthy eating lifestyle? - https://www.reddit.com/r/EatCheapAndHealthy/comments/vmi59r/how_to_start_a_healthy_eating_lifestyle/ 
5. What's the most important part in your daily life routine? - https://www.reddit.com/r/selfimprovement/comments/1dr0uwx/whats_the_most_important_part_in_your_daily_life/ 

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This special episode features one of Bec's closest and dearest friends, Kiana Brennan. She is a National Academy of Sports Medicine, Certified Personal Trainer and currently teaches numerous physical fitness group classes and specializes in one-on-one training. We discuss real stories of people just now entering into the great world of fitness and what questions to ask a certified personal fitness trainer, like Kiana. Kiana gives her take and shares her expertise with a wise and heartfelt perspective. We also discuss techniques on how to stay motivated and what to do to become a personal trainer yourself. Becs & Pops are so thankful for having Kiana on as a guest. 

All About Certified Physical Fitness Trainers Ft. Kiana Brennan Story Links:

1. Planning on getting a personal trainer... What should I expect/ask? - https://www.reddit.com/r/xxfitness/comments/3js39t/planning_on_getting_a_personal_trainer_what/ 
2. Need motivation to get back to the gym after a nearly 4 year break [Discussion] - https://www.reddit.com/r/GetMotivated/comments/1b4o4yc/need_motivation_to_get_back_to_the_gym_after_a/?share_id=XOMJLVs1P9Rww64d26FLN&utm_content=1&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=ioscss&utm_source=share&utm_term=1 
3. How tf do people get motivation? - https://www.reddit.com/r/motivation/comments/1cws5zw/how_tf_do_people_get_motivation/   
4. Advice on getting started as a Personal Trainer - https://www.reddit.com/r/personaltraining/comments/17jlqqn/advice_on_getting_started_as_a_personal_trainer/ 

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Are you going backpacking for the first time? Come join Becs, Pops and special guest Alec for backpacking for beginners’, as they talk about their own personal stories and tips. The three are experienced in camping, fishing and doing activities in the great outdoors; Alec and Becs go backpacking together with their dog for the past couple of years and have real world advice worth sharing. Next time you or one of your loved ones are going backpacking for the first time (either in the backcountry in Yellowstone, Montana or the simple mountains of Blue Ridge, Georgia) the Props fam has you covered. Be sure to share this with them.

Email us if you have more tips (or need us to do a deeper dive!): [email protected] 

How to Go Backpacking for Beginners Story Links & Tips:

1. Where can I be introduced to backpacking as a beginner? - https://www.reddit.com/r/backpacking/s/QZnimog5cF 
2. How do I get into backpacking as a beginner? - https://www.reddit.com/r/backpacking/s/tCRa07UPQn 
3. Backpacking for the first time: Tips?? - https://www.reddit.com/r/backpacking/s/Pw3H5ZhfND 
4. Where to go backpacking? - https://www.reddit.com/r/backpacking/s/KdCbflJg8V 
5. Bec’s, Pop’s & Alec’s personal backpacking tips: Basic needs discussed; Shelter, water, weight of pack/gear, protection, mindfulness of the environment, proper gear, etc. 

• Shelter: small, light tent - easy to carry
• Water: begin at a water-friendly site to not carry 8 lbs or more of water on your first couple of trips
• Weight of pack/gear: we recommend not heavier that 15 lbs for your first couple of trips and don’t go further than 5 miles with steep elevation
• Protection: Have a float plan (tell a reliable source your backpacking or fishing adventure and when you are supposed to be back) and potentially carry a Personal Locator Beacon - link here (no ad, just safety tips :): https://www.acrartex.com/products/resqlink-400/ 
• If camping in the back-country, please buy and watch this How to use bear spray | Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=za_-XZKs-Zg 
• Stay environmentally friendly, leave no trace rule and pick up trash if able
• Get freeze dry meals for light weight protein on the go and wear in your hiking boots before your adventure
• Be cautious of wildlife sightings: be mindful of the random smell of garbage/trash when you are hiking, bring protection, keep your eyes on the lookout
• Have the right equipment for the climate you are adventuring and camping in - remember to check the weather 24-48 hours before! Email us for more tips: [email protected] 

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Check out this timely episode by Becs & Pops as they discuss how to combat modern day inflation by sharing ways to save. They talk about the different ways you can still enjoy your life and save money at the same time. The two give their takes on the stories shared below and most of them are relatable to the everyday, consumer spender. At the end of the episode, Becs shares her own personal money saving tips (essentially common sense advice) to really hone in on the multiple ways you can survive these difficult times. If you are struggling, please email us and we will chime in with any feedback to help you in any way we can. You can start the email by adding “Dear Pops..” in the subject line - [email protected]. 

How to Combat Modern Day Inflation Story Links:

1. How to save money? - https://www.reddit.com/r/Frugal/s/ZRdRZZ2d9M 
2. Are we all just screwed for retirement? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AskWomenOver30/s/Jrjfs1iWPP 
3. How to budget as a SAHP? How to save money and help SO control spending habits ? - https://www.reddit.com/r/SAHP/s/v3EjK5KIif 
4. Becs & Pops personal, common sense tips are also shared throughout each story and especially at the end of the show:

• Engage in free outdoor activities such as backpacking 
• Participate in your company benefits and max out on your 401(k) match or more
• Possibly split bills, get a roommate if needed
• Use cash back apps and rewards with your banking institution
• Practice smart shopping such as buying in bulk and at low priced stories
• Pay off your debt as fast as you can - student loans & credit card debt
• Stay educated and up to date with other ways you can save

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Did you have a good Father’s Day with your family? Not everyone did. Tune in this week for Father’s Day Failures where Becs & Pops discuss what went wrong during a variety of different Father’s Day events. For example, they talk about forgetting Father’s Day, expecting plans, guilt around Father’s Day and more. We hope next year is better for these original posters. 

Father’s Day Failures Story Links:

1. Wife forgot about Father’s Day this weekend. - https://www.reddit.com/r/daddit/comments/14b62mj/wife_forgot_about_fathers_day_this_weekend/ 
2. AITA for getting upset that my husband expected something planned for him for Father's Day? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/comments/167831v/aita_for_getting_upset_that_my_husband_expected/ 
3. AITA for making my wife feel bad about her Father’s Day gift for me? - https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/142sm9m/aita_for_making_my_wife_feel_bad_about_her/ 
4. AITA For not giving my husband "a single hour off" on Father's Day https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/s/Bvg1dGhejw 
5. My wife is planning something for me for Father's Day, and I don't know how to feel about it. https://www.reddit.com/r/daddit/comments/1d5ll9q/my_wife_is_planning_something_for_me_for_fathers/ 

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Happy Father’s Day to all of our dads out there!! Becs & Pops tell wholesome dad stories in celebration of this special day. A lot of these stories thank their pops in their life for the endless support, words of encouragement and constant love. We like to shine light on what’s good in this world so check out for the following story links. 

Father’s Day Wholesome Story Links:

1. Thank you, Dad. - https://www.reddit.com/r/books/comments/a9fg5i/thank_you_dad/ 
2. Thank You Dad - https://www.reddit.com/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/zn2kpb/thank_you_dad/ 
3. My stepson called me dad in front of his friends -  https://x.com/respectfulmemes/status/1795802018449068328?s=46&t=vgp3vSihwjCbI2s7KYM_qQ -
4. What do dads really want for Father’s Day? - https://www.reddit.com/r/daddit/s/kCu1DPkVYO 
5. My baby sister called me dad - https://www.reddit.com/r/TrueOffMyChest/comments/18bk9um/my_baby_sister_called_me_dad/?share_id=sHVA6bchCdBWFhGwGsdqn&utm_content=1&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_source=share&utm_term=1 

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