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This week on Wrong Way Forward, Katy and Justin tackle one of life's biggest milestones: graduation. Why are commencement speakers suddenly getting booed? Should graduation speeches focus on inspiration—or uncomfortable truths like AI and the future of work? And does anyone actually remember what was said once the caps hit the air?

The conversation also dives into the rise of "participation graduations," from third grade to eighth grade, and whether we've turned a meaningful rite of passage into a celebration for parents more than students.

Plus, Katy's niece Ann joins the show fresh off her high school graduation to share what today's graduates are really thinking about college, careers, AI, and why having your life perfectly planned at 18 may be the worst advice of all.

As always, we ask: What's the Wrong Way Forward?

🎓 Are graduation speeches still relevant?
 🤖 Is AI changing the value of a college degree?
 👎 Is booing a commencement speaker ever appropriate?
 🎤 What advice do graduates actually need to hear?

Join the conversation in the comments—we'd love to hear what you remember (or don't remember) from your own graduation.

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What actually makes someone attractive? Is it their face, their body, their bank account... or something much deeper?

This week on Wrong Way Forward, Katy and Justin tackle one of the most uncomfortable—and hilarious—topics we've ever discussed: ugly.

From the college game of "Face or Body?" to pretty privilege, GLP-1s, plastic surgery, dating standards, aging, and whether personality can actually make someone more attractive, nothing is off limits.

Along the way, we debate:

• Is it ever okay to judge someone by their looks?
• Does money make people more attractive?
• Why do beauty standards keep changing?
• Should parents care if their child dates someone they don't find attractive?
• Is "ugly" the meanest word in the English language?

As always, we take a piece of questionable advice, roast it, challenge each other, and try to figure out the right way forward.

👇 Tell us in the comments:
Can personality make someone more attractive—or are first impressions impossible to overcome?

🎙️ New episodes every Thursday.

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What does Pride mean in 2026? In this special Pride Month episode, Katy and Justin discuss allyship, identity, corporate virtue signaling, and a controversial HelloFresh campaign that left Justin asking whether Pride is being reduced to stereotypes. Along the way, they share personal stories about coming out, navigating today's political climate, and the importance of celebrating people for who they are. Plus, Justin tells the unforgettable story of the most surprising guest ever to attend his Pride pool party.

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Welcome back to Season 3 of Wrong Way Forward!

After 34 years of friendship, Katy Montgomery and Justin Joseph thought they knew everything about each other. Then one weekend in Denver proved otherwise.

What started as a debate about hosting, guest etiquette, restaurant manners, and questionable sheet quality quickly turned into a full-blown argument about one simple question:

What does it mean to be tacky?

From Taylor Swift's rumored Madison Square Garden wedding to tattoos, restaurant etiquette, open bathroom doors, tailgates gone wrong, and the now-infamous "Country Chic vs. Country Sh*t" incident, Katy and Justin explore whether standards have changed—or whether they're simply becoming the people who yell at clouds.

In this episode:
 ✔️ Is Taylor Swift's wedding idea tacky?
 ✔️ Should guests criticize their host's sheets?
 ✔️ Is ordering before everyone else rude?
 ✔️ Have tattoos and personal expression changed social norms?
 ✔️ Are we becoming more accepting—or just lowering our standards?
 ✔️ At what point does "being yourself" become bad manners?

Plus, a preview of what's coming in Season 3, including matchmaking, parenting debates, graduation advice, Pride Month discussions, and more.

Question of the Week:
What is something that was considered tacky 20 years ago that is completely normal today?

Let us know in the comments.

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Season 2 is officially in the books!

In this special season finale of Wrong Way Forward, hosts Justin Joseph and Katy Montgomery look back at some of the biggest, funniest, and most thought-provoking moments from the season. From asking the controversial question, "Are You a Karen?" to discussions about cutting in line, apologies, difficult conversations, modern etiquette, and the advice that may be holding you back, we're revisiting the episodes that sparked the strongest reactions from listeners.

Along the way, we'll share behind-the-scenes stories, favorite moments, lessons learned, and a few surprises as we reflect on what we've discovered together this season.

Whether you've been with us from Episode 1 or are just finding the show, this is the perfect place to catch up on the conversations everyone was talking about.

Thank you for listening, sharing, commenting, and challenging us to think differently. Season 3 is already in the works, and we can't wait to continue the conversation.

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What was your favorite episode from Season 2? Let us know in the comments.

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A woman crashes a birthday party, gets drunk, fights over cake… and then steals the entire thing. Naturally, Katy and Justin have thoughts. 🎂🚔

This week on Wrong Way Forward, we dive into the internet-famous “Cake Tug-of-War” advice column and debate boundaries, family loyalty, emotional regulation, and whether stealing buttercream is grounds for an immediate breakup.

Plus:
🍰 Why the brother may actually be the worst person in the story
🍷 COVID-era party dynamics and social meltdowns
💸 Gwyneth Paltrow’s spicy comments on the ultra-rich
🚩 First impressions, family drama, and absolute chaos

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

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This week on Wrong Way Forward, Katy and Justin dive headfirst into the wild world of psychedelic healing drugs — from ayahuasca and ibogaine to ketamine and MDMA therapy. Inspired by a New York Times story about a journalist traveling to Mexico for a 12-hour ibogaine trip, the two debate whether these mind-altering experiences are the right way forward… or just a really expensive way to hallucinate while vomiting into a bucket.

Katy is fascinated by the idea of unlocking trauma, healing PTSD, and discovering an “unmarred” version of yourself. Justin? He’s mostly concerned about seeing demons, losing control, and publicly pooping himself in front of strangers.

The conversation spirals into Aaron Rodgers, celebrity breakdowns, Britney Spears, ketamine therapy, bad vacation priorities, and the terrifying possibility that psychedelics might actually work.

Would you try a drug that could completely change your life… if it also came with a 12-hour hallucination, heart monitors, and possible diarrhea?

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This week on Wrong Way Forward, Katy and Justin absolutely lose their minds over one of society’s greatest crimes: cutting in line.

From airport chaos to airplane aisle vultures to people who think “community norms” don’t apply to them, the duo dives into why basic manners seem to be disappearing in real time — and why line-cutting somehow feels like a full-blown attack on democracy.

Then things spiral into celebrity bad behavior, including:
• Katy Perry’s increasingly chaotic reputation
• The billionaire takeover of the Met Gala
• Jeff Bezos backlash and Lauren Sánchez discourse
• Why nobody wants tech bros on the red carpet
• Whether space tourism is inspiring… or just rich people cosplay

Also discussed:
wheelchair line ethics, airport rage, Nicole Kidman never aging, “boob shelf” fashion, people standing up before the plane lands, and why Justin is apparently always one public inconvenience away from committing a felony.

As always, Wrong Way Forward asks the important question:
Are people getting ruder… or are we just finally noticing?

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This week on Wrong Way Forward, Justin and Katy dive headfirst into one of the internet’s most disturbing trends: “looksmaxing.” From jaw-breaking “beauty hacks” to influencers asking strangers “would you sex me,” the duo breaks down how far people are willing to go for attention—and whether it’s confidence… or complete delusion.

They unpack the rise of viral figure “Clavicular,” whose extreme content has earned millions of followers—and landed him in the hospital. Is this self-improvement, or a dangerous spiral fueled by social media validation? And more importantly… why are people rewarding it?

But it’s not all chaos. In a sharp turn, they spotlight a brilliant young physicist being called “the next Einstein,” proving not everyone is chasing fame the wrong way.

🔥 Brutal honesty, hilarious takes, and a debate you won’t forget:
 Is looking better actually making us worse?

🎧 Watch, laugh, and question everything—only on Wrong Way Forward.
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Bad advice meets brutal reality in this week’s episode of Wrong Way Forward.

A longtime employee’s mother is dying… and her boss still wants the meetings. Is this heartless corporate nonsense—or a failure of communication on both sides? Justin and Katy break down one of the most uncomfortable advice columns out there and ask the question nobody wants to answer: where does empathy end and accountability begin?

From newsroom chaos (yes, including being sent to cover a single snowflake on Christmas Eve) to the art of “contracting” your work relationships before things fall apart, this episode is a masterclass in what happens when expectations are never clearly set.

And because we can’t help ourselves—Timothée Chalamet enters the chat, takes a swing at ballet and opera, and somehow becomes the villain of the arts community overnight.

It’s messy. It’s funny. It’s a little too real.

New episodes drop every Thursday. Subscribe, follow, and send us the worst advice you’ve ever heard—we’ll roast it.

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