Y'all need help... As self-proclaimed experts at navigating social dynamics, Talia Lichtstein and Jake Cornell dive into all types of entanglements — between friends, lovers, co-workers, roommates, the list goes on — to provide you with the raw, unfiltered advice you're so desperately craving.
The Basic Training podcast is a must-listen for anyone who enjoys hilarious banter, great chemistry between hosts, and insightful advice. Whether you're a fan of Talia or Jake individually, or you're just discovering them through this podcast, you're in for a treat. As a 30-year-old listener, I was initially unsure if I would connect with the content aimed at a younger audience, but I quickly found myself hooked and binging every episode.
One of the best aspects of The Basic Training podcast is the dynamic between Talia and Jake. They have an incredible chemistry that makes their conversations feel natural and entertaining. Their back-and-forth banter is witty and often had me laughing out loud. Additionally, they give realistic advice that is both helpful and relatable. It's refreshing to hear differing opinions from both hosts on certain topics, as it provides different perspectives for listeners to consider.
Another great aspect of this podcast is the inclusion of listener calls. It adds an interactive element to the show and allows listeners to feel like they're part of the conversation. Talia and Jake provide thoughtful advice to callers, and it's always interesting to hear the variety of questions and situations brought up.
While there aren't many negative aspects to The Basic Training podcast, one potential downside is that some episodes may not appeal to all listeners depending on their age or interests. The topics discussed can sometimes be specific to a younger audience or focused on pop culture references that older listeners might not be as familiar with. However, despite being older than the average listener myself, I still found enjoyment in every episode.
In conclusion, The Basic Training podcast is a gem in the world of podcasts. Talia and Jake's chemistry shines through in every episode, providing hilarious banter and valuable advice. Even if you think you might not fit into their target audience, give it a listen anyway - you might be pleasantly surprised by how much you enjoy it. It's a refreshing and entertaining show that is sure to become your favorite part of the week.
Today we have on the hilarious Sarah Hester Ross! We chat about living in Las Vegas, the bear vs. man dilemma, how men should not give their opinions on feminist issues and finally, your questions! How do I deal with my overbearing father? I hate my job, do I quit? Tune in! For more you can find Sarah Hester Ross on socials @sarahhesterross and tune into her new comedy special, Don't Mess with a Redhead here! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, we talk to the one and only, Sam Doll! We discuss everything from social media, misogynists, and, of course, your issues: How do I date if I don't have access to dating apps? How do I set boundaries with my parents? You can follow Sam Doll on socials @sam_d0ll on TikTok and @samdoll everywhere else! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's Talia's first solo episode! Today, we talk through Talia's embarrassing moment at a basketball game and then dive into your questions (& we have 4 juicy ones this week): What should I do if I have a crush on my friend's crush? Should you tell your friends about your relationship problems? How do I improve my dating app...And can I send my profile to you? (Please send us your dating profiles). And lastly, how do I deal with my best guy friend who has a crush on me? Tune in! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, Kelli Williams of Beyond the Blind fame joins Talia to chat pop culture hot takes from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce (And Karlie Kloss) to the enigma Ryan Phillippe and finally, Robert Durst. We then get into your questions: How do I meet men in NYC? What do I do if I hate someone in my friend group? Is it weird for men to wear socks in bed? You're not going to want to miss this one! You can hear more from Kelli on her socials, @laguna_biotch, and on her pod Beyond the Blinds! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
Genevieve Hannelius joins us today to talk about how she and Talia met, Taylor Swift, her acting career on Disney Channel, and, of course, to answer your questions! Today we cover: What do I do if he tells me he is not looking to be anyone's BF? I broke my best guy friend's heart, what do I do? How do I approach my friends who keep canceling on me? Tune in! You can find Genevieve on socials @ghannelius! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
Talia starts off with the explanation you've all been waiting for! Then, Fluently Forward's Shannon McNamara joins as today's guest host to answer your questions: How do I deal with my boyfriend's crippling anxiety? Is it fair for my friend to breakup with me over a TikTok? What do I do if I am super nervous to have sex with him? Tune in! You can find Shannon on socials @fluentlyforward! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
It's the update episode, and we have some news for all of you. We hear from some of our most iconic callers like: The girl who got the three page letter from her ex The girl whose in-laws called her annoying The girl who had a crush on a Trader Joe's employee The girl who kind of (?) got rejected by her crush We have no advice — we're just here to listen. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod And on YouTube: @BasicTrainingPodcast Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
This week we're talking sick days, Talia's growing list of intriguing crushes, and cat diabetes. Then things (somehow) get more exciting: What do you do about a friend who hooked up with your crush and made it seem like no big deal? Any tips for body acceptance as a member of the gay community? Is it a bad idea to keep your lease with an ex if things are going fine? Should you shoot your shot with a guy you've dated in the past, saw with another girl, and have feelings for again? Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod And on YouTube: @BasicTrainingPodcast Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
Milly Tamarez and Alise Morales from the Go Touch Grass podcast join us to chat vaginismus, the viral 50-part TikTok series, and scamming. Then we cover your burning questions: Should you tell your ex's new girlfriend he sent you a three page letter? Should you prioritize boundaries or sacrifices for your friends when you don't want to do the same activities? What do you do about a distant (married) cousin who's hitting on you? This one's good (and weird!). You can find Milly and Alise @gotouchgrasspod! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod And on YouTube: @BasicTrainingPodcast Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
Talia has a *list* of topics she's ready to cover, and we hit the ground running with everything from transportation fun facts to cat diabetes. Then, we move over to you: Should you confront your boyfriend if you mysteriously got mono…and he's acting suspicious? How do you deal with loneliness? How do you avoid being jaded after getting played by a guy? Plus, unsolicited advice one of you calls in to give us! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod And on YouTube: @BasicTrainingPodcast Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
Amelia Ritthaler and Evan Lazarus of The HBO Girls Rewatch Podcast fame join us to give the best advice the show has ever received. We love them! And we love you! Even though you're unwell this week! We cover: Do you give up a crush who has a bad response to your nudes? Should you tell a partner you're probably not going to org*sm in their presence? Can you tell your friends they should break up? Should you reach out to a guy who said he's ‘flattered' when you told him you love him? You can find Amelia and Evan on socials @hbogirlsrewatch and @ameliaplease and @elazie !! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod And on YouTube: @BasicTrainingPodcast Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
We're firing on all cylinders this week: Talia announces she has a new cat, Jake reveals his curse, and you guys are dealing with some serious sh*t! We're answering: What should you keep an eye out for when looking for a new restaurant job? How do you deal with coworkers who are gossiping about your online presence? Should you be alarmed that your boyfriend admits he thinks he was addicted to porn? And how do you set boundaries with a rude AF (!!) brother and sister in law? Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod And on YouTube: @BasicTrainingPodcast Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
We've got a hearty episode on our hands — we're covering everything from TikTok ethics to our should-you-tell-her-he's-cheating checklist (at last!). Plus, your calls: Can you tell your girlfriend her family is controlling? Should you tell your boyfriend's roommate's girlfriend that she's being cheated on? How do you narrow in on just a few goals in life? And do you make a move on a longtime crush? Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 or email us at basictrainingpod@gmail.com Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod And on YouTube: @BasicTrainingPodcast Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
Jake has some f****** s*** to say, and Talia gives us a full performance this week! Then, we turn things over to you: How do you open up about sex and your sexuality? Can you ask out your casual hookup's friend? What do you do about your coworker who's trying to hook up…and has a girlfriend? Press play. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod And on YouTube: @BasicTrainingPodcast Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
Talia is fresh off of her Vegas residency, and we're coming in hot. This week's questions run the gamut: Should you make a move on a guy you shared a bed with on NYE? What's the proper social media etiquette after a friend breakup? Should you go to HR if your co-workers comment on your body? And what's the best way to make friends in a new city? Let's get to it… Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 Follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod And on YouTube: @BasicTrainingPodcast Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
We're hot off of a Sweetgreen conundrum (sold out? of wild rice?) and feeling ~controversial~. Dive into our latest movie takes (spoiler alert: Talia doesn't like any of them) before shifting gears to you: How do you confront a friend who left you outside of a club at 4 am? What's the best way to appropriately flirt with your work crush? What's the secret to turning a great date into a legitimate connection? We love these q's !! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
It's 2024, and we have big revelations to share. Jake has a caviar allergy, Talia knows what heaven's like, and your interpersonal issues *can* be resolved. We're here to help: Should you confront friends who never show up to your party? Should you reach out to an old crush who's *maybe* moving to the same city as you? You shouldn't tell a client her husband is cheating on her…right? Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
Happy New Year!! We're talking everything from shitty NYC apartments to opulent parties and hair transplants to celebrate. Plus, we're covering your amazing questions: How do you break up with your first boyfriend? Should you ask out a sexy rabbi (if you're not Jewish)? What do you do if your perfect boyfriend can't last longer than 10 seconds? Let's get this party started. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
No calls — just us. A Christmas treat! We're talking Christmas traditions, New Year's resolutions, and everything in between (poop, smoking, Prenuvo scans, ramen noodle coleslaw, etc.). Happy holidays + thanks for listening — we love you!! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
Talia has a boyfriend, Jake's on Raya, and our first caller is international! Here's what we're covering this week: How do you feel less awkward about going on dates? Should you make your Hinge photos uglier to reverse catfish people (spoiler: no)? How can you tell if someone is into you? Is it worth shooting your shot with a subordinate at work? Let's discuss! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
Jake almost had to show up to a date with a backpack, Talia's showing off her new hair color, and we have our first update call! It's another week of Basic Training. Here's what we're covering: Should you tell a friend her boyfriend is on Hinge when she's asked for you not to meddle? What do you do when you know your situationship of 8 months doesn't like you enough (and you're in love with him)? What do you do if you realize you have a crush on a close friend (and she doesn't feel the same way)? Call us — and send us your updates! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
It's Spotify Wrapped week! We love all of you who support the show and shared you're wrapped with us...and everyone else who had Taylor Swift as their number one artist. Today gets chaotic: How do you ask a guy to come inside you? Is this what kissing is supposed to feel like? How do I tell my dad I want to move out? Tune in. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
Jake's Twitter is hacked, Talia's libido is gone, the holiday season is here! Celebrate with us and this week's callers. We're covering: How do you handle resentment towards your parents as you find yourself in your early 20s? How do you treat your two night stand who ghosted you the next time you run into her? How do you motivate yourself to do your mundane day-to-day adult tasks? Press play. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, please reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
Jake's birthday party, Talia's free bleeding extravaganza, and some juicy juicy stories. We're back and we have answers: What should you do if you don't enjoy sex with your partner anymore? Should you believe that he's on Tinder Gold to make friends? (Spoiler alert — NO.) Should you end a friendship because your friend is hooking up with a married man? Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod Produced by SickBird Productions For any inquiries, reach out to partnerships@sickbirdproduction.com
The only thing better than two expert advice-givers is four! We welcome Claire Parker and Ashley Hamilton of Celebrity Memoir Book Club with some A+ questions: How do you confront your boyfriend when he's cheating on you with your best friend of 10 years? What's the best way to tell your family you're leaving their religion…and you're pansexual? What should you do if you suspect your best friend is cheating on her boyfriend? + So much more… Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
This week's episode is a little spooky and a lot entertaining: What do you do if you can't stfu in social settings? What's the best way to deal with guilty feelings over moving far from home? What should you do about the 'sweetest little thing' you're talking to…who's also talking to 3 of your friends? You know where this is headed… Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
Recorded on Talia's worst day ever. We discuss the man Talia maybe imagined (Jeff, if you exist, please call in), Jake's Hinge profile, and the definitive ranking of favorite children in American households. Then, we hand things over to you: What do you do if your best friend is dating your brother…after she already dated your *other* brother? How do you tell a roommate you don't want to live together next year? How much time should you spend with your boyfriend vs. your friends? Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
Confession time: Jake was rude this week! Talia may go brunette! And you need help! How can an introvert be more social at work? How do you tell a friend no one likes her boyfriend? Why isn't the guy you're seeing defining your relationship? Press play for answers. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
Our first guest ever (!!) is here, and frankly, she's hilarious. SNL writer and Petty Crimes podcast host Ceara O'Sullivan joins us to help dish out advice this week — and graciously, we let her. With questions like these, you need three opinions: how do you get back with your boyfriend after accidentally saying your ex's name during s*x? What's going on with the groomsmen you kissed at a family wedding? Is it rude that your friend's new boyfriend won't follow you back on Instagram? Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
We open this week with a banger (hint: it entails Talia's suppository routine) and keep our feet on the gas: How do you know if you're *actually* bi? How do you deal with friends who are dropping you? What about negative self talk when moving somewhere new? Listen for our answers, stories, and, in some cases (mostly Talia's), overshares. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
This week, we kick things off with Talia's tardiness and take on the Barbie movie. From there, we answer all of your questions. Should I pretend I don't know my married hook-up's husband? What should I do if my ex-girlfriend/best friend was horrible to me? Should I tell him I've gained weight? Tune in to hear all of our answers. And you're going to want to stick around till the end for Talia and Jake's existential conversation. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
This week, we kick things off with a delicious convo on fast food before Talia dives into her weekly flirtation with Jake. From there, the focus is all on you: How do you know if you're actually into someone or just like having someone? Is dating your girl best friend's guy best friend wrong? What do you say to the guy who keeps staring at you at the gym? We've got answers. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
A Jonas Brothers divorce, a New York wedding, and a trifecta of juicy questions: what do you do if your boyfriend is *too* in love with you? What's the right balance of focusing on you but also being open to a relationship? Should you meet up with a long distance lover…who's now in a relationship? Let's get to it. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
Talia talks about her favorite on screen pen*s and Jake discusses his obsession with X-Men. But most importantly, we discuss your problems. Is it too much of a red flag to overlook? How can I stop caring? Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
Your situation sucks and you need to break up. Listen in as Talia and Jake find humor in your situations and answer your questions from "Should I ask him to move across the country for me?" to "Should I continue living with my ex?" Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
We open today's episode with camp talk and Jake's journey to get STI testing in New Hampshire. And the questions just keep getting better...how should you deal with a horrible boss? Can you have a drama-free threesome? Is it really casual? Tune in! Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
We're obsessed with this week's callers: two besties ready to conquer their fears before college, someone with questions about dating a Christian for the first time, and our first international listener! Expect advice on d*cks, condoms, body acceptance + more. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
We open this week's episode with Jake's perplexion over maybe looking like Vince Vaughn (??) and Talia's tales of child stardom before diving in deep. On this week's agenda? Discussing how much loyalty you owe your best friend and if it's kosher to hook up with your brother's friend. Plus, stick around for Talia's take on guys with little sisters and why they think they're the leaders of the feminist movement. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
Jake's on AJLT, Talia has a concussion, and you all have lots of problems. Should you move to New York? Should you confront your girlfriend after receiving sketchy receipts from a hacker? How do you convince your mom that you're serious about being pansexual? Find out in this ep. *This episode was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike.
Learn how to overcome a friendship breakup (they're really hard!), what *not* to say when you get ghosted, and the easiest way to initiate casual sex. We know it's tough out there — let us help. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
Why are interpersonal relationships so tricky? This week Talia discusses her new crush (who lives on a boat), her old crush (who broke up with her over Substack), then answers some of your burning questions with Jake's help: Why are friend breakups so hard? How do you make friends after college? And is a friend's high school ex off limits? Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
Jake gets trapped naked in a locker room, Talia coughs on Fran Leibowitz, and you all seem to have vile roommates! It's episode 3 of Basic Training, and we're getting better at giving advice. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
It's week two, and we're talking big tit energy (+ having it even when you have small tits), asking out your local TJs employee, and dealing with an ex who's suddenly best friends with everyone you've ever introduced them too. People are crazy — luckily we know how to deal with them. Call us for advice! (929) 269-4960 And follow us on social: @talialichtstein @jakewcornell @basictrainingpod
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