Holly was someone many talked and whispered about growing up, now she is having a chance to speak for herself. Holly opens up about battling rumors of her sex life in school and the importance of self-respect as a young woman.

We discuss “shit talking” and bullying in the 90s, Holly’s road to healing, and the states she traveled to get there.

Plus – how dating women led to Holly meeting her future husband, becoming a mother and esthetician, and her passion for animal rights!

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Sean and I bond over beards, hip-hop, and Game of Thrones. Hear about Sean’s entry to Wiss. In 7th grade and the rumors he heard about the district. Sean married his “High School Sweetheart.” He tells a feel-good love story that is different than the way most guys tell it. Plus, changing colleges and careers, school construction, and teenage jobs.

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Kelly and I continue on in Part 2 discussing my experiences in the Friend Zone and Kelly's reservations about moving forward with her best friend.

What were Kelly's expectations for her high school boyfriend 20 years ago? Plus, the reason her husband is now teasing her about her yearbook entry.

Kelly asks if I could change 1 thing about high school, what would it be?

And the Origins of my Red Shirt Playa gimmick.

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Kelly is a self-described nerd who went from National Honor Society to feeling "average" in college. Hear how she navigated through school with her boyfriend and steady group of friends, school sports, and more.

How Kelly's best friend broke out of the Friend Zone to became her husband.

Kelly and I reminisce about Japanese class while drinking sake.

Dating in school, Kelly tries to find my "type", and that time a girl tried to choke me out in 6th grade because I was too afraid to go out with her. 

Plus, why I dislike Kelly's favorite band -DMB, 90s TV shows such as 90210 and Dawson's Creek, and more.

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Previously Unreleased, Jason and I discuss hip-hop music, Jay Z, Eminem, and the old school days.

Listen to more of Jason on Episode 105!

Alicia is the bestie I never knew I had!

Alicia reveals why she didn't change her name when she got married, the loss of her father, and her friends along the way, starting at Blue Bell Elementary School.

A look at Body Image, clothes, and teenage health.

We ask 'Was Alicia really friends with everyone?'

Plus, I reveal the first girls I ever loved and more about my high school crushes.

Mrs. Romeu's Spanish Class

Smoking weed with Freddie Prinze Jr.

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Rachel moved to Wissahickon in 7th grade and it greatly affected her ability to fit in.

Coming from a strict Korean Family, Rachel struggled to find her place, eventually entering into a toxic relationship in 10th grade that would lead to dropping out in 12th grade and moving to Texas for college.

We discuss the quirks of our random friendship that started in 2012 and how Rachel met her husband Kyle.

Rachel also talks about her successful battle against cervical cancer and the importance of preventative care!

The Pete Whittaker Story

Plus, Disney World, awkward (great) boob talk, and whether my ex-girlfriend was pretty or not.

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Amar moved to America in his Freshman year and struggled to find friends. He eventually became one of the "cool kids." What makes a popular kid? Hear Amar's perspective and the movie-like atmosphere of American life: random hookups, embarrassing himself at a Halloween Party, the group staying together to this day.

Lots of discussion about differences between the US and England such as school systems and party life for kids. Amar grew up wanting to be a soccer player prior to coming to America. He discusses the role soccer played helping him make friends in high school and at West Chester University.

Pop music, DMX, Kanye, & R. Kelly!

Amar discusses his 36 Days in the hospital and his battle with ulcerative colitis.

Plus - what life is like in London and what would've been had Amar not moved.

Being Indian and how Amar's trip to India may have been his downfall.

International Travel, WWE SummerSlam 1992, and a lot more!

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It’s my first Asian guest! Ah Ram talks about coming to America as a young child from Korea and what it was like to hang out in the “large group of Asian Kids” in school, their social life & hanging in Korean bars as a teenager.

In today’s life, Ah Ram has been a family man for over a decade with a wife and 2 kids, an owner of 2 businesses and a past life as an Auctioneer.

Plus, my run in with classmate Dan Cassidy that got me to start the podcast, why I'm not a "Poop" guy, and Tinder in my mid 30s.

Check out Ah Ram’s businesses Ah’s Garage (Norristown) & Good Vibes Smoke Shop (Bensalem)

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Briannon shares stories of friendships, family, and more. Hear about the party that got Briannon punished for 2 years. Plus, I reveal the one time I was actually in Briannon's house for a party not thrown by Briannon. 

Briannon talks about her strong circle of women that help support her, including her sister, mom, and Episode 111's guest Suzie Spinelli. She details her bouts with anxiety in high school and difficult post-college journey as an un-wed first time mother, battling postpartum depression and Bell's Palsy. She tells these stories with loads of personality and humor. 

We also compare our households growing up as children of divorce and our relationships with our dads.

Plus, we get into the uncomfortable topic of controversial and convicted teachers of our past. No coming back from this one...