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Join best friends, Kristen McAtee and Alex Koot as they navigate the ups and downs of life. Coming from opposite upbringings, these 20 something-year olds bring different perspectives to the table. Each week they share personal experiences about various topics, and then in the next episode they read your stories and answer your questions. They're playing in the deep end and the shallow end... so grab your floaties 'cause it's about to get WAVY, BABY! No Limits. No Filters. Real ODDvice.

Kristen McAtee & Alex Koot


    • Jun 2, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 1h 7m AVG DURATION
    • 230 EPISODES

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    The Oddvice podcast is an absolute gem in the world of podcasts. Hosted by Kristin and Alex, this show offers a perfect blend of casual conversation and deep introspection that keeps listeners engaged from start to finish. Their lovely friendship and rapport shine through in each episode, making it incredibly easy to listen and laugh along with them. From relatable stories to thought-provoking discussions, The Oddvice podcast delivers an entertaining and insightful experience that is sure to captivate any audience.

    One of the best aspects of The Oddvice podcast is the genuine and authentic nature of the hosts. Kristin and Alex always remain true to themselves, never shying away from being weird or proud of who they are. This level of authenticity creates a welcoming atmosphere where listeners feel seen, heard, and validated. They tackle a wide range of topics, from relationships to self-love, offering valuable advice that feels relatable and actionable. Their episodes have a conversational tone that makes it feel like you're sitting down with friends for a heart-to-heart discussion.

    Another standout aspect of this podcast is the variety of content it offers. The hosts cover both lighthearted topics and more serious subjects with equal care and consideration. Whether they're sharing funny anecdotes or diving deep into personal growth journeys, there's something for everyone in each episode. Moreover, The Oddvice podcast features incredible guests who bring fresh perspectives and insights to the table, adding depth and diversity to the conversations.

    While it's challenging to find any major flaws with The Oddvice podcast, some listeners might find themselves wanting more structured discussions or clearer takeaways from certain episodes. At times, the conversational format can make it feel like important points get lost or overshadowed by tangents or jokes. However, this minor issue doesn't detract significantly from the overall listening experience as the hosts' chemistry and authenticity make up for it.

    In conclusion, The Oddvice podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking a podcast that combines humor, introspection, and genuine conversation. Kristin and Alex's friendship and authenticity shine through in every episode, making it feel like you're part of their inner circle. Whether you're in need of a good laugh or some heartfelt advice, The Oddvice podcast delivers on all fronts. It's the perfect blend of entertainment and enlightenment that will leave you eagerly awaiting each new episode.



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    Latest episodes from Oddvice

    195 - Overconsumption + the scarcity mindset

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 70:09


    Let's talk about what it means to make intentional, mindful purchases. What's your mindset around money?

    194 - TikTok is ruining the music industry

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 53:59


    We're back after a little hiatus

    193 - IT'S BREAKUP SEASON

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 59:35


    Thank you to everyone who wrote in for this month's oddvice column

    192 - It's time for a matriarchy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 72:38


    Let's chat about it all: power-hungry men, getting cat-called, and our ideal society.

    191 - Longevity vs. Virality

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 56:46


    This week, let's discuss what it means to embrace longevity instead of going viral in the podcast industry.

    190 - Don't sh*t where you eat

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 82:41


    This week we read your entries about successful work relationships, the ones that went wrong, and everything in between. But moral of the story: don't sh*t where you eat.

    189 - Do you really need closure?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 62:13


    Is closure really necessary? Sometimes what we might think is closure might be more harmful than beneficial, so when do you know if you really need it?Support LA wildfire relief efforts - https://hoo.be/oddvicepodcastRelief in Palestine

    188 - Nightmare In-laws and the 90/10 Rule (Oddvice Column)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 94:56


    Thank you to everyone who wrote in

    187 - Am I Overreacting? (Reddit Stories)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 94:36


    A daughter having an affair with the married neighbor & not being invited to a wedding for being too pretty? These and other AIO.. are their reactions valid?Support LA wildfire relief efforts - https://hoo.be/oddvicepodcastRelief in Palestine

    186 - Our March Favorites

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 63:21


    Everything from food to tech, here's a breakdown of our current top 5 favorites this month.Support LA wildfire relief efforts - https://hoo.be/oddvicepodcastRelief in Palestine

    185 - How to get sh*t done (The 6 Procrastination Styles)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 77:13


    Leaving things until the last minute is VERY common - in our work and home lives. This week we discuss a quiz that told us what type of Procrastinators we are - and how it impacts us.Here's the quiz we took!: https://www.infiheal.com/personality-test/procrastination-testSupport LA wildfire relief efforts - https://hoo.be/oddvicepodcastRelief in Palestine

    184 - Apologies left unsaid

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 80:29


    Apologies can be hard! We hope this helps those of you who wrote in AND those who may have been struggling to say sorry ❤️‍

    183 - How to release control & practice happiness (Oddvice Column)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 107:40


    Thank you to everyone who wrote in ❤️Support LA wildfire relief efforts - https://hoo.be/oddvicepodcastRelief in Palestine

    182 - Running into an ex after the breakup

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 80:31


    Thank you for your patience & understanding while we've been away ❤️Support LA wildfire relief efforts - https://hoo.be/oddvicepodcastRelief in Palestine

    181 - Never stop playing (for the sober curious)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 79:55


    Let's chat about being sober curious. This week we discuss our desires to have more meaningful experiences where alcohol isn't involved, and how to tap back into our childlike wonder

    180 - Independence vs. Isolation + Navigating FOMO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 80:44


    Let's talk about the dark side of independence. It's one thing to be able to live a self-sufficient life, but at what point are we doing more harm by isolating ourselves?Support LA wildfire relief efforts - https://hoo.be/oddvicepodcastRelief in Palestine

    179 - Identifying our Core Values

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 83:09


    This week, we sat down with the help of The Live Your Values Deck to identify and rank the most important values in our lives. Follow along with us to find your Top 10 Values as well!Support LA wildfire relief efforts - https://hoo.be/oddvicepodcastRelief in Palestine

    178 - The Winter Uglies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 56:01


    We may not be feeling our best this time of year, but there's definitely ways to combat the grubby feeling that comes with the cold seasons. What are some ways you get through the winter uglies?Relief in Palestine

    177 - How to achieve your New Year resolutions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 108:19


    176 - Perception is Everything

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 60:48


    Chit chat with us about new habits living alone, thoughts on the universe, and how we perceive time.Relief in Palestine

    175 - Don't be a troll (parasocial relationships)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 82:36


    Societal pressures & standing your ground (Patreon Exclusive Release)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 57:36


    Hi y'all! We're back with another Patreon exclusive release. This was recorded when we were in Cincinnati for the Bicycle HQ trip we took! Enjoy (& see you soon for Season 5!)Relief in Palestine

    P*rn in relationships & Judgmental mothers (Patreon Exclusive Release)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 82:21


    TW: talks of body image, body dysmorphia, ED, etc.We are still on our break, but enjoy another Patreon exclusive episode from a few months ago! Relief in Palestine

    Grief is forever and that's okay (Patreon Exclusive Release)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 65:16


    As you know, we're on a season break right now - but we didn't want to leave you hanging! Here is one of our Patreon exclusive episodes from a few weeks ago. Our Patrons said this was one of their favorites, so enjoy

    53 - It's the end of an era

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 53:42


    This is just a goodbye for now! Thank you for all of your support, we're eternally grateful for all of you

    52 - Nightmare Neighbors (Reddit Stories)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 83:55


    This move has us thinking about our future neighbors, and we're really hoping they're NOTHING like the ones in these reddit stories...Watch us on YouTubeRelief in Palestine

    51 - How to ask for signs from the Universe

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 60:53


    In this episode, we discuss some move updates and how to ask your guides, angels, etc for signs that you're on the right track! This is super relevant in our lives right now with all this change. So thank you, Universe

    50 - You can't "love" someone's problems away

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 71:19


    49 - "Cool" is in the eye of the beholder

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 69:43


    Let's talk about the positive & negative effects of review culture and forming opinions for yourself.Relief in Palestine

    48 - Robbing a bank and getting away with it (Superlatives)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 67:02


    47 - Stop letting them cheat (Oddvice Column)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 92:24


    Thank you to everyone who wrote in for this month's Oddvice column! We do this the last Monday of every month. Follow us on socials to be notified when we open our inbox for next month's column

    46 - Your primal astrology sign

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 95:24


    What's your Primal Astrology Sign? This week we sat down and discussed how we relate to our primal signs. We also give an update on our apartment hunts & where we're at with our upcoming move!Get your DECK O' DECKS here!

    45 - Selling panties & vandalizing for revenge (Your petty crime stories)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 76:28


    Thank you to everyone who sent in stories about your pretty crimes - y'all did not disappoint lol. Relief in Palestine

    44 - She's moving out & we're leaving NYC

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 62:04


    We've been needing to update you guys on this.Relief in Palestine

    43 - Discussing music nowadays (Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift, A Boogie, etc.)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 63:22


    Rambling per usual & discussing new music (from two people who literally have no business judging the music industry lol) Get your DECK O' DECKS here!

    42 - Tales of the Appalachian mountains & the Hopkinsville Goblin

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 90:04


    HELLO, KENTUCKY! Today's episode was recorded at the United States Playing Card Company here in KY. We have had the best trip and already can't wait to come back. We also decided to dive deep into some of Kentucky's infamous stories. Thank you Bicycle for having us ❤️ Get your DECK O' DECKS here!

    41 - Scammed out of 10K (Your Scammer Stories)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 83:41


    There's definitely something we can all learn from hearing these crazy scammer stories, so thank you to everyone who wrote in! (Watch visual here: https://youtu.be/NzhFrI831X8)Relief in Palestine

    40 - Influencers in the wild

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 79:15


    Today we tackle the balance of documenting life but still living in the moment. Taking pictures while you're out is so normal, but are you creating content out of moments or creating moments for content? (Watch visual here: https://youtu.be/nrQktwgayiw)Relief in Palestine

    39 - Our baby names, alternate personas, & weird dreams

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 71:20


    38 - Never regret saying how you feel (Oddvice Column)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 97:12


    Thank you to everyone who wrote in for this month's Oddvice column! We do this the last Monday of every month. Follow us on socials to be notified when we open our inbox for next month's column

    37 - Let's talk about body image

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 88:47


    TW: All things body image! This is a highly requested topic so we wanted to open up the conversation

    36 - It's only embarrassing if you're embarrassed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 52:30


    Embarrassing things happen - don't dwell on it! This week, we dove into how we navigate embarrassment and the shame around it.Relief in Palestine

    35 - “Hoecake” & other weird words (Definition game)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 79:24


    As if English needs to be any more complicated, today we discovered crazy (but real) words and tried to guess their definitions! It's been quite the week, so of course we played with wine

    34 - Don't go with the flow! (Radical self acceptance)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 74:49


    We are told all our lives that going with the flow is the best way to be. Today we dove into the bad parts of going with the flow. It's all about balance! Here's how to go with the flow while still staying true to your wants and needs

    33 - Are you choosing the man or the bear? (Oddvice Column)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 92:54


    Would you rather be alone in the woods with a random man or a bear? This has been a highly debated topic online so we decided to give our answers. Thank you to everyone who wrote in for this month's Oddvice column!Relief in Palestine

    32 - Love Island US vs. Love Island UK

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 85:01


    Love Island US and UK have officially started and we have opinions. UK is usually our fav but producers really missed the mark this season! Also, we read some more of your hometown drama!Relief in Palestine

    31 - A connection to the Wilking sisters (Your hometown stories)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 89:53


    We had you send in stories about crazy things that have happened in your hometown and y'all did not disappoint! This episode has stories connecting to the Wilking sisters from the Netflix documentary "Dancing for the Devil", Shakespeare, gambling conspiracies, and so much more. (Watch visual here: https://youtu.be/lU1aCf2Diso)Relief in Palestine

    30 - Living with Dermatillomania

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 63:52


    29 - How to confront your roommate (Oddvice Column)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 88:01


    Thank you to everyone who sent in entries for this month's Oddvice column! We touched on roommates, relationships, and pesky in-laws that won't give your relationship space. Come check out the visual version of this on YouTube.com/OddvicePodcast. Check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/oddvicepodcast for 4 additional episodes each month + exclusive content, and more! Hosted by Kristen McAtee (@kristenmcatee) & Alex Koot (@alexkoot.jpg). Follow Oddvice on Instagram & Twitter (@oddvicepodcast). #oddvicepodcast✨ Thank you to our sponsors! ✨Go to drinkAG1.com/oddvice to try AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D3K2 and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    28 - Drop your pride, healing takes time

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 70:00


    Healing takes time. Heartbreak is no joke. Sometimes it can feel like you've made so much progress and then the next day can feel like you're stuck in the mud. You're not alone in this ❤️ Relief in Palestine

    27 - Things we believed as kids (Reddit Stories)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 74:08


    Happy (Belated) Mother's Day! We're not moms yet, so we wanted to dive into our inner child and talk about allll the silly things kids say ✨Relief in Palestine

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