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In this week’s episode, Tay sits down with celebrity hairstylist and author Chris Appleton! Chris shares what inspired him to write his book Your Roots Don’t Define You and why now felt like the right time to reflect on his past, including the challenges that shaped him long before success. He opens up about how he first found his way into hair, the moment that changed everything when he did Christina Aguilera’s hair on The Voice, and what he would tell anyone who’s afraid to chase their dreams when the odds feel stacked against them. Chris also gets deeply personal about the role fear played in his life, from the fear of disappointing the people he loved most while coming out to his ex-partner and children, to the shame he carried for years and what ultimately helped him heal. He shares what led him to a breaking point and a suicide attempt, how he found his way back, and what self-care looks like for him now.

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In this week’s bonus episode, Tay sits down with attachment style expert and founder of the Personal Development School Thais Gibson. Thais shares how she got started in the personal development space and the story behind creating the Personal Development School, before breaking down the different attachment styles, how they’re formed, and why they show up the way they do in adulthood. She walks through what attachment styles look like in real relationships, how each style tends to handle conflict, and offers six practical steps anyone can take to move toward a more secure attachment.

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In this week’s episode, Tay sits down with producer, manager, and entrepreneur Tish Cyrus! Tish opens up about what it was like raising her kids while her daughter Miley Cyrus’ career took off so quickly, sharing how she fought to protect their childhood while also helping them chase their individual dreams. She talks about how she made each of her children feel important in the midst of so much public attention, and what people often get wrong about her and her family — especially with constant media narratives. Tish reflects on losing her mom and ending her marriage at the same time, what that season of grief looked like, and how she prioritized her mental health to make it through. She discusses her relationship with marijuana and how it’s supported her healing, the mental health tools she loves, and what “healthy love” means to her now compared to earlier in her life. Tish closes with heartfelt advice for anyone who is single and looking for love, and shares the accomplishment she’s most proud of today!

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Welcome to the first episode of season 4!! This week, Tay and Taylor are joined by musician and social media sensation Mr. Fantasy for his first-ever podcast! He starts off by revealing that he is, in fact, Team Jacob, sharing his feelings on the term “overnight success,” and opening up about what it’s been like to completely blow up over the past year. He talks about whether he’s dating, why he never felt afraid of the sudden attention, and how surreal it’s been to watch people genuinely resonate with his music. Mr. Fantasy also shares his perception on self-doubt and fear, explaining why he believes we’re all remarkable in our own unique ways and how embracing that truth is the key to everything. He opens up about his love for James Franco (including the moment he met him), the habits that keep him grounded and humble, and what mental health looks like for him today, from listening to music to doing things for other people. To close, he shares what he hopes to leave with the world.

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Disclaimer: Santa’s existence is discussed in this episode. Listener discretion advised for little ears.

In this week’s episode, the Lautners kick off a very special Christmas special and the final episode of 2025 as they officially wrap Season 3 of The Squeeze! The episode starts with a cozy catch-up between Tay and Taylor as they reflect on the year, share the word or phrase guiding them into 2026, and tease what listeners can expect in Season 4. Then, they bring in three familiar faces from past episodes — Kevin Jonas, Kendall Toole, and Brylee Armstrong — for a festive round of Christmas questions. They cover everything from favorite holiday traditions and hot cocoa vs. cider to must-have Christmas foods, favorite songs, real vs. fake trees, Elf vs. Grinch energy, and when it’s socially acceptable to put up Christmas décor. Thank you for squeezing with us all year long — we’ll see you in Season 4!

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In this week’s episode, Tay sits down with co-host of Chicks in the Office, Francesca Mariano! Francesca starts off by sharing stories from her wedding, opens up about her first year of marriage, and passes along her best tips for couples on their wedding day. She then talks through her mental health journey that began during her time at Georgetown — including what ultimately led her to leave college, start therapy, and redefine what success looked like for her. Francesca reflects on the biggest takeaways from that chapter of her life, how she landed an internship at Barstool, how Chicks in the Office came to life, and what it’s been like maintaining such a strong friendship and business partnership with her co-host Ria Ciuffo over the years. She also shares the self-care tools that keep her grounded, the advice she’d give her college-aged self, and the accomplishment she’s most proud of today.

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In this week’s episode, Tay is joined by Brylee Armstrong for another girl-talk conversation! Brylee opens up about growing up as a dancer (though not in the ballroom world) and shares the story of how she and Brandon Armstrong first met. She talks about the unique experience of marrying someone who lives so publicly, and what it’s been like adjusting to a life split between Utah and Los Angeles. Brylee walks us through the reality of packing up every year when the Dancing with the Stars season begins, the constant moving, long hours, and how she and Brandon make their relationship work through it all. She also reflects on why she started sharing her life online, how she chooses what to keep private, and the boundaries that protect her peace. Tay and Brylee talk about finding their own identities outside of their husbands, the misconceptions people often have about them as a couple, and the self-care practices that keep her grounded when everything feels overwhelming!

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TW: Suicide Attempt

In this week’s episode, Tay sits down with fitness instructor, mental health advocate, and former Peloton star Kendall Toole! Kendall opens up about how she first began teaching for Peloton, why she ultimately chose to leave, and the vision behind her new venture, the NKO Club app (including the meaning behind its name). She shares what it’s like to navigate fitness both as a passion and a profession, along with her deeply personal mental health journey that began with childhood OCD and later included a day when she came close to ending her life — and the reason she didn’t follow through. Kendall talks about what healing looked like in the aftermath, the grounding tools she relies on when anxiety or overwhelm creep in, and how her relationship with her mental health has evolved over the years. To close, she offers heartfelt advice for anyone who has ever found themselves in the same dark place she once was.

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In this week’s episode, Tay sits down with dancer, choreographer, and Dancing with the Stars pro Alan Bersten! Alan shares everything from how young he was when he first fell in love with dance to the moment he realized he wanted to pursue it professionally. He reflects on his early days on So You Think You Can Dance, how many years he’s now been part of Dancing with the Stars, and what it was like learning how to teach complete non-dancers. Alan also opens up about going public with his relationship with Emma Slater, navigating online opinions, and setting boundaries with social media — especially while working on a show with such a massive digital presence. He talks about partnering with Elaine Hendrix this season, the injury that kept her out of the Halloween episode, his favorite dance of the season, the styles he loves and least loves to teach, and the self-care rituals that help him reset after long rehearsal days. To close, we round out the episode with Lemon 7!

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In this week’s episode, Tay and Taylor are joined by Kevin Jonas! Kevin opens up about life on his current tour and dives into his perspective on the younger generation and social media, along with the story of how he taught himself to play guitar growing up. He also drops some exciting news about the upcoming Camp Rock 3, which leads Taylor to tell the hilarious story of how he auditioned for the original Camp Rock… and didn’t get the part. Kevin gets candid about the mental side of touring, reflecting on the post-tour blues and how seeking therapy after his last tour helped him navigate that transition. He also talks about his wife and daughters, what family life looks like for them, and whether his girls have any interest in singing or acting in the future. To close, Kevin gives us a first look into his new single Changing, sharing the story behind the song, his first-ever solo performance, and whether more solo projects might be in his future! 

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