Relationsh!t Podcast

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"Hell-raising, wheel-chasing, new worldy possessions
Flesh-making, spirit-breaking
Which one would you lessen?"


FIRST VERSE:
 
 
World travelers, @valentine_of_mine, are this week's #GayRelationshipGoals - and for good reason.  A discussion on intimacy brings Marko and Tony back to the Critable.  And, a conversation with parade-goers gets the guys out and about during World Pride.  Tune in for another episode of Relationsh!t.
 
 
 CHORUS:
 
 
"The better part, the human heart
You love 'em or dissect 'em
Happiness or flashiness? 
How do you serve the question?"
 
 
 SECOND VERSE:


Psych Central:

 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/romantically-attached/201802/the-7-elements-define-intimate-relationship?amp

Psychology Today:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/romantically-attached/201802/the-7-elements-define-intimate-relationship?amp


BRIDGE:

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CHORUS:
 

"Baby it's you
You're the one I love
You're the one I need
You're the only one I see
Come on baby it's you"
 
 
 FIRST VERSE:
 
 
This week's #GayHistory takes us back to where Pride began.  Marko and Tony sit down at the Critable to talk about putting your partner (and your marriage) first - above anything else.  And lastly, the fellas are joined by Jabari and Tommy as they talk about their relationship and what they've learned over the past 5 years together.
 
 
 CHORUS:
 
 
"You're the one that gives your all
You're the one I can always call
When I need to make everything stop
Finally you put my love on top"
 
 
 SECOND VERSE:


The Reset:

 https://thereset.com/punch-bowl/his-story-do-you-put-your-spouse-first/

Success.com:

https://www.success.com/secret-to-a-happy-marriage-put-your-spouse-first/


BRIDGE:

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"Why don't we, play something these hoes'd like
Drive whips, I know they like
Twista, you told her right
(I could make you a celebrity overnight)"


FIRST VERSE:


A #GayHistory that ends in "I do".  A conversation about gay Hollywood who's who.
Three Listener Situations for the month of June. The Relationshit podcast is waiting for you!


CHORUS:


"Give you ice, like Kobe right
We sorta like Goldie right
The way, we mode em right
(I could make you a celebrity overnight)"


SECOND VERSE:


Huffington Post:
 
https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/lgbtq-coming-out-stories-2018_us_5c282247e4b08aaf7a91161b

Advocate:

https://www.advocate.com/film/2017/5/25/glaad-report-hollywood-studios-still-failing-lgbt-representation


BRIDGE:

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Pretty pretty please, if you ever, ever feel like you're nothing
You're fuckin' perfect to me!

FIRST VERSE:

As part of our #GayHistory, the conversion of AIDS is inevitable.  The 80's and 90's were filled with deaths within the gay community, all due to a virus that was deemed "a gay man's disease" and therefore, never fully researched or supported.  What was supposed to be an era of expression and acceptance became a time of sadness and loss.  HIV and AIDS defined gay culture for a long time, and that story is our story.  Thankfully, newer drugs and tons of research has made living with AIDS no longer a death sentence.  Join Tony and Marko as they journey through the community's struggle with the virus and the hope we have for a future cure.

CHORUS:

“Made a wrong turn, once or twice
Dug my way out, blood and fire
Bad decisions, that's alright
Welcome to my silly life”

Conversion therapy is a controversial topic, with no exciting points.  Many states have banned the practice, yet many queer lives have been deeply effected by its presence in our country.  This week, Marko and Tony sit down to talk about reparative (conversion) therapy, the lack of science to prove its success, and the lasting effects it's had on the LGBTQ community.


SECOND VERSE:

Huffington Post:
 
 https://www.huffpost.com/entry/denver-mayor-moves-to-ban-conversion-therapy-for-lgbtq-minors_n_5c19041ae4b02d2cae8d666b



BRIDGE:

This week, Marko and Tony are joined at the Critable by season one guest, and conversion therapy participant, Chase Nelson (The Singing Scientist).  Chase (@singing_scientist) walks the guys through his journey of coming to terms with his sexuality, the decision to voluntarily seek clarity by way of reparative (conversion) therapy, and what life looks like on the other side.  Movies like 'Boy Erased' ring true for hundreds of thousands of LGBT people in our country, and we are so privileged to have Chase tell the story from his very own perspective.
 
 

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My outsides look cool
My insides are blue

FIRST VERSE:

It's Pride Month, and in celebration of all things LGBTQIA+, Marko and Tony are taking a break from their weekly #GayRelationshipGoals (it'll be back July 2nd, don't worry) to bring a month of #GayHistory.  This week, the guys dive into the pathology and history of homosexuality and all the rights (or lack thereof) that came with the judging of one's sexuality.  The guys break down the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual)'s understanding of homosexuality and how gay and lesbian people were viewed as a whole.  To make sense of where we're going, we need to better understand where we came from - and Marko and Tony try their best to make that happen, this week.  Tune in to learn more!  HAPPY PRIDE MONTH!

CHORUS:

“But if you can't look inside you
Find out who am I too
Be in the position to make me feel so
Damn unpretty”

Self-esteem and self confidence are not easy to come by.  In a world that puts so much value on looks, salary, family life, relationships, and all other things surface and (often times) empty - how does one learn to love themselves?  And, once you accomplish self-love and take a full dive into the abyss that is gay culture, where does one draw a healthy amount of self-esteem from?  This week, the Critellis chat about their relationship with self-esteem, and pass along some tips and tricks to make sure you feel good about yourself.

SECOND VERSE:



Psychology Today:
 
 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/self-esteem

 
Psych Central:
 
 https://psychcentral.com/lib/how-to-raise-your-self-esteem/

Tom Bruett Therapy:
 
 https://tombruetttherapy.com/improve-your-self-esteem-as-a-gay-man/

Reach Out . com:
 
 https://au.reachout.com/articles/10-tips-for-improving-your-self-esteem

BRIDGE:

Marko and Tony are beyond excited to be joined by queer, heterosexual couple: Molly and Sean Gazay-O'Connor, this week.  After meeting through podcast guests and mutual friends, Maria and Owen, the guys snag Molly (@mollygazay) and Sean and learn more about their relationship beginnings, cuddle puddles, how they'd define th

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You must understand though the touch of your hand
Makes my pulse react.

FIRST VERSE:

Marko and Tony are flipping over this week's #GayRelationshipGoals, the husbands flipping houses: Tyler and Todd (@tylerandtodd).  They're husbands ... they're entrepreneurs ... and they're dog dads - there is nothing they CAN'T do.  With so much love and so much success, these two are great examples for the community and we are so excited to highlight them.  Follow them, like their pics, and make sure you tell them the Critellis sent you - you'll be glad you did!

CHORUS:

“What's love got to do, got to do with it
What's love but a second hand emotion
What's love got to do, got to do with it
Who needs a heart when a heart can be broken”

Such a simple (and often times, overused) sentiment.  But if given the chance, how would you define both the word and concept of 'Love'?  This week, Marko and Tony sit down to talk about their personal definitions of the word and gather some insight from others on what it means to them.  What does the word 'Love' mean to you?  What does the concept of loving someone mean to you?  And, do you and your (potential) partner have the same definition or concept? 



SECOND VERSE:

Join One Love:
 
 https://www.joinonelove.org/learn/10-people-explain-what-love-means-to-them/



BRIDGE:

It's only taken a year and half - but FINALLY Marko's very best friend is on the podcast!!  That's right!  This week, while in Florida, Marko and Tony sit down to talk with Dwayne MacFarlane (@dwayne.a.macfarlane), as the guys talk about the beginning of Marko and Dwayne's friendship, meeting Tony for the first time, and coming out to friends and family as a teenager from Panama.  After listening for such a long time, he's on the podcast ya'll! This is such a special episode and is definitely worth the listen!  Make sure you tune in.
 

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And baby, do anything your heart desires
Remember, I'll always be around

FIRST VERSE:

This week, Papa Chris and Papi Juan (@2_papas_in_oz), show us what being loving parents and devoted partners really means.  Marko and Tony couldn't help but stop their Instagram scrolling to take a deeper dive into the wonderful life these guys have built for themselves and their children, and it because of this very reason, they are this week's #GayRelationshipGoals!  Follow them on Instagram!  Like their pictures, fall in love with them, and make sure you tell them the Critelli's sent you.

CHORUS:

“Time is on my side, yes it is
Time is on my side, yes it is
'Cause I got the real love, the kind that you need
You'll come runnin' back (I knew you would one day)”

Jobs, family, friends, pass times ... with all the things we have going on in our lives, how are we supposed to devote a decent amount of time to our partners?  This week, Marko and Tony talk about making time to connect with your partner and discuss some very useful ways (besides sex) to jumpstart your intimacy and rejuvenate that new relationship energy.  Such a good topic to listen to, if you and your partner need a refresher course - you won't want to miss this!

SECOND VERSE:

Hey Mama:

https://heymama.co/connect-with-your-partner/

 
Bustle:
 
https://www.bustle.com/p/7-ways-to-feel-more-connected-to-your-partner-when-its-been-a-while-8683101

 
 MBG Relationships:
 
https://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-10641/7-ways-besides-sex-to-emotionally-connect-with-your-partner.html

BRIDGE:

This week's boss bitch episode has the incomparable (and insanely successful) Ricky Rios (@rickyminaj) as its guest!  Ricky sits with Marko and Tony to discuss his Long Island roots, his current dating status - and how one dates with a high-profile, time consuming career.  Ricky dishes on his very insightful celeb crush(es) - the answer will shock you, and gives some great guidance to those looking for a dating future.  This is a great episode worth the listen!

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Can't somebody take me home?
Haha, hehe, haha, ho

FIRST VERSE:

This week’s #GayRelationshipGoals are Real Estate Investors (and real life grown ups) Chad and Kenny (@chadandkenny).  Not only are these guys conquering the housing market, but they've also conquered an amazing relationship!  They are bosses, and we instantly fell in love with them and know that you will too.  Follow them on IG, like their pics, and make sure you tell them the Critellis sent you!


CHORUS:

“Love me, hate me
Say what you want about me
But all of the boys and all of the girls
Are begging to if you seek Amy”

Picture this:  you have a great, solid relationship.  You are in love and everything is going very well.  But , for some strange reason, you can't help but getting excited when someone hits on you at the bar, or when your barista flirts with you, or when you catch someone checking you out.  When your in a relationship, is it ok to seek attention outside of your relationship?  Where is the cheating line drawn, and is it defined the same way by both parties?  This week, Marko and Tony do their best to make sense out of a very interesting concept.

SECOND VERSE:

Elite Daily:
 
 https://www.elitedaily.com/dating/importance-flirting-others-youre-relationship/993762



BRIDGE:

This week, one Listener wonders whether or not a new job with lots of travel (and even more money) is worth the strain it would put on his marriage.  Another Listener and his boyfriend work completely opposite schedules and have little to no time to connect with one another, and wonders how to make more time for each other.  Finally, a Listener goes on a vacation and returns to find out that his husband took their twins to church without talking to him about it!  How should this non-denominational Christian address his Catholic husband?  Or, is he overreacting?  All this and more, on this month's edition of Listener Shituations!
 
 

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For things that you might have done,
Only the good die young.

FIRST VERSE:

This week’s #GayRelationshipGoals takes us to Atlanta with the gorgeous couple, Alex and Ricky (@ourboystory).  If love was an IG page, it would be this one!  These guys are so in love with one another and everything about their Instagram page is representative of that.  We couldn’t let another day go by without acknowledging their love, so don’t let another moment go by without following them. Make sure you let them know the Critellis sent you!

CHORUS:

“They say there's a heaven for those who will wait
Some say it's better but I say it ain't
I'd rather laugh with the sinners than cry with the saints
The sinners are much more fun”

LGBTQ+ youth are dying at an alarming rate, but some would have you believe those statistics are false or “fake news”.  After the news of the tragic suicide of Alabama teenager, Nigel Shelby, Marko and Tony sit down to talk about the current state of the world for queer people.  Whether homocide or suicide, LGBTQ+ people are constantly begging for legitimacy in this world.  The guys are here to tell you all that things will get better and that you are loved by someone, somewhere.

SECOND VERSE:

The Trevor Project:
 
 https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/preventing-suicide/facts-about-suicide/#sm.0000196wqby758duupune7pwntspg
 

Them.com:
 
 https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.them.us/story/anti-lgbtq-hate-crimes-are-on-the-rise/amp

BRIDGE:

The guys are thrilled to sit with The Gay Tripper, Ryan Walker (@thegaytripper) as they talk about his Iowa origins, Kansas City present, and Monterrey future.  He dives into his relationship with Rafael Cisneros (@raficisneros) and what it’s like to be the Gay Tripper.  Such a fun conversation with such a fun guy - make sure you check out this incredible interview!
 
 

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Could this be the greatest love of all
I wanna know that you will catch me when I fall

FIRST VERSE:

This week’s #GayRelationshipGoals takes us all the way to Spain!  Dr. David Faulon (@dfaulon) and his boyfriend, Mr. Lapointe (I_hear_your_lapointe_) have success and love … and really, that’s all we need in life.  We fell in love with them and know that you all will too.  Check them out, follow them, like their pics, and make sure you tell them the Critelli’s sent you!

CHORUS:

“Oh, I can't believe it's happening to me
Some people wait a lifetime
For a moment like this”

This week, Marko and Tony dive into the concept of planning for the future.  Living in the moment is all well and good, but making a life for you and your partner is just as important.  Tune in this week as they dissect this concept.

SECOND VERSE:

Becoming Minimalist:
 
 https://www.becomingminimalist.com/10-tips-to-start-living-in-the-present/

 
Psychology Today:
 
 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/200811/the-art-now-six-steps-living-in-the-moment

 
 Thought Catalog:
 
 https://thoughtcatalog.com/kelly-grace-struble/2017/10/learning-to-live-in-the-moment-will-change-your-life/

BRIDGE:

As if the show couldn’t get any more adorable, the guys are joined by Tanner and Fletcher (@for.the.love_of) to add some extra adorable to the show!  They all chat about the college beginnings of Tanner (@tannerrichie) and Fletcher’s (@fletchk13) 3-year long relationship, and how they expertly moved from middle America, to the big city.
 

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