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Drag queen icon Bosco (Drag Race S14, All Stars S10) makes her return to toss even more shade. She shares why the secret to polished drag is having mean friends, how to filter out dumb men in your dating life, and trades stories with Nicole about their most questionable fashion eras. They also discuss facial feminization surgery (and the boy queens getting it) and why we all need some more razzle dazzle in our lives. Plus, Nicole has become a human white noise machine for the nice man in her life.See Bosco on tour! Get tickets at dragfans.com. Buy 2 tickets, get the 3rd free. The whole polycule can come!Check out Bosco's new Magic The Gathering show, Spell Slayers on YouTube.Watch this episode on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcastSupport this podcast by checking out our sponsors:• Warby Parker: Our listeners can buy one prescription pair and get 20% off any additional pairs at WarbyParker.com/DATEME — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad• Chime: Chime is not just smarter banking, it is the most rewarding way to bank. Join the millions who are already banking fee free today. Head to Chime.com/DATEME.• Squarespace: Head to squarespace.com/DATEME to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code DATEME.• Audible: Listen to Heads Will Roll: Heir Apparent, available now on Audible. Go to Audible.com/headswillrollseries to start listening today.Check out all of our sponsors and discount codes at wwydm.notion.site/sponsors.Follow:All Links: linktr.ee/whywontyoudatemeTour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenYouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerThis is a Headgum podcast. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Note from James:Mark Pincus is one of the true OGs of the internet. You probably know him as the founder of Zynga, the company behind FarmVille, Zynga Poker, and Words With Friends. Zynga was eventually acquired by Take-Two in a transaction valued at approximately $12.7 billion. Before Zynga, Mark started Tribe, one of the first social networks—before MySpace and Facebook. He has spent more than 25 years building, failing, and studying what gets millions of people to click, play, share, and come back. His new book, Life at the Speed of Play, inspired me to start coming up with new business ideas while we were still recording.What I really love is how Mark teaches people to copy like a master without looking like a copycat. He has a framework called “Proven–Better–New.” Start with something that has already been proven. Make it obviously better. Then isolate the new idea you want to test. It's one of the best systems I've heard for creating products people actually want.We talk about the early days of Facebook and MySpace, the failure of Tribe, the gaming industry, consumer psychology, AI coding, and how agents could eventually network and work for us while we're doing something else.I loved talking with Mark. I was still thinking about this conversation afterward—and I'm literally building businesses based on what I learned. His new book is called Life at the Speed of Play. Listen to this episode, and then read the book.Episode Description:Most founders begin with an idea and then spend months—or years—trying to prove that people want it. Mark Pincus thinks that process is backward.At Zynga, Mark's teams built “failure machines”: simple systems that allowed them to test hundreds of concepts before writing the code. They put unfinished ideas in front of real users, watched what people clicked, and refused to build anything until the demand was obvious. The objective wasn't to avoid failure. It was to make failure fast, cheap, and useful.Mark explains the framework behind that process: Proven–Better–New. First, study an existing success down to every screen, click, and design decision. Then identify one improvement that current users would immediately recognize as better. Only after that should a team add the unproven idea—the part most likely to fail.James and Mark also examine the problems facing today's consumer entrepreneurs. AI has made software easier to build, but distribution has become harder. People aren't searching for new apps, established platforms restrict organic growth, and algorithmic reach isn't the same as users actively sharing something with friends.Mark uses the failure of his early social network, Tribe, to explain why virality is not enough. Tribe grew quickly but lacked retention and trust. He ignored the communities users loved because they didn't match the business model he had already chosen. That painful mistake became the foundation for much of his later product philosophy.The conversation ends with Mark's current experiments: personal AI agents modeled after members of his family, a proposed work network built specifically for agents, an enterprise AI company called Hivemind, and the difficult decision to end a four-year passion project without abandoning the instinct behind it.This is a practical conversation about testing ideas, separating instinct from ego, learning from the past, and killing the wrong product before it consumes the right opportunity.What You'll Learn:How to build a failure machine: Test headlines, offers, videos, and fake doors before investing in a finished product.How to apply Proven–Better–New: Begin with a proven behavior, make one unmistakable improvement, and isolate the risky innovation.Why distribution is now harder than development: AI can generate a prototype quickly, but it cannot guarantee attention, trust, or adoption.Why Tribe failed despite rapid growth: Virality without retention, safety, and alignment with user behavior does not create a lasting network.How to copy without becoming a copycat: Study successful products at the pixel level, preserve what works, and innovate only where it matters.When to abandon an idea: Preserve the underlying instinct, but stop funding the particular expression of it when the evidence turns against you.How AI agents may change networking: Agents could eventually search for opportunities, exchange work, build reputations, and bring useful leads back to their users.Timestamped Chapters: [02:00] Finding the “OMFG” Moment [02:58] A Note from James [05:00] Build a Failure Machine Before Building a Product [06:25] Testing Demand With Fake Doors and Broken Links [08:08] Writing Copy That People Actually Notice [10:52] Test More Ideas in a Week Than the Industry Tests in a Year [11:53] Why Neglected Products Become Innovation Labs [13:26] How Mobile Apps Slowed Product Experimentation [15:09] Can AI Bring Rapid Testing Back? [17:08] Why Consumer Technology Feels Uninvestable [18:38] The 90/10 Rule for Investable Platforms [20:08] Why Nobody Downloads New Apps Anymore [21:20] Franchises, “Spicy New,” and Healthy Platforms [23:21] The Internet's Lost Cocktail Party [27:58] Why Tribe Failed While Facebook Won [30:26] Virality Without Trust or Retention [31:31] Ignoring What Tribe's Users Actually Wanted [33:22] Facebook, Raya, and Designing for Trust [35:03] Social Networks as Lead-Generation Engines [37:12] Facebook, Instagram, and the App Nobody Knew It Wanted [37:51] Net Promoter Scores and the Feeling of Quitting a Drug [40:25] Algorithmic Virality vs. People Sharing With Friends [42:00] Building Products That Help People Create [43:47] What Entrepreneurs Should Build With AI [44:54] The Proven–Better–New Framework [47:12] What “Obviously Better” Actually Means [48:25] Why “All New Fails” [50:23] Zynga Poker and the Power of Removing One Click [52:00] What AI Does Well—and Where Humans Still Matter [54:25] Picasso, Slack, and Copying the Past [55:11] Adding Fun to Boring Enterprise Products [57:39] The Moral Arbitrage of Killing Your Ego [57:58] How to Copy Without Looking Like a Copy [59:10] Why Old Internet Mechanics Keep Returning [01:00:16] Anonymous Social Apps With an AI Twist [01:01:17] Don't Invent a New Business—Reinvent a Big One [01:02:00] Test 20 Variants Before Building One [01:02:58] Mark's Frustrating Experiments With AI Coding [01:05:29] Creating a Personal Team of AI Agents [01:07:57] Killing a Four-Year Passion Project [01:09:29] The “Social Membrane” of the Agentic Internet [01:09:57] Building a Work Network for AI Agents [01:12:16] Hivemind and the Human Side of Enterprise AI [01:13:52] Missing Twitch—and Knowing Your Zone [01:15:06] Why the Gaming Industry Still Isn't Social Enough [01:16:30] Chess Ratings, Competition, and Mark's Daughter [01:19:19] Writing Life at the Speed of Play [01:21:18] Don't Chase Every New Technology Race [01:22:05] Final ThoughtsAdditional Resources:Mark Pincus and the BookLife at the Speed of Play — official websiteLife at the Speed of Play — HarperCollins — published June 23, 2026. Mark Pincus on X — the account Mark recommends for updates on his agent-network experiments. Mark Pincus on LinkedIn Mark's interview about open-sourcing Stem Studio Zynga, Games, and Product ExamplesZynga's company history — covers its launch as a Facebook poker project and the development of FarmVille, CityVille, and Words With Friends. Words With Friends FarmVille Take-Two and Zynga acquisition announcement — the transaction carried an enterprise value of approximately $12.7 billion. Tribe.net history — the early social network Mark analyzes as a major product failure. Raya — the private community Mark discusses as an example of building trust through curation. Grow a Garden on Roblox See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thank you to SQUARESPACE - Check out https://www.squarespace.com/TRASHTUESDAY to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code TRASHTUESDAYBTS, BONUS CONTENT AND MORE! Only on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/TrashTuesdayPodcast GET IT BEFORE ITS GONE - https://trashtuesday.myshopify.com/ Peter Kim and Andrea Jin are BACK baby!! We're talking liars of all kinds: white lies, delusional lies, extravagant lies, and everything in between. We debate the question as old as time: Why is it that our exes come crawling back as soon as we start to move on, a Raya man learns a valuable lesson. Plus, we're spilling our juiciest celebrity encounters in a game of Celebrity Two Truths and a Lie. Happy Half Birthday Andrea Jin! It's never too late to get your pizza party.MORE ANDREA:https://www.instagram.com/andreajin/?hl=enhttps://www.andreajin.com/ MORE PETER:https://www.instagram.com/peterkz/?hl=enPeter's Special Rice Piglet: https://youtu.be/-cWntwulITo?si=H1xuwR0QvYTGxk7F Thank you to our sponsors:Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/9vos470a #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Cash App Green, overdraft coverage, borrow, cash back offers and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.Thank you to SKIMS - Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of my favorite bras and underwear at http://www.skims.com/trashtuesday #skimspartner*Listen to Esther's New Solo Pod!* https://www.esthersgrouptherapy.substack.com FOLLOW TRASH ON SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itstrashtuesday Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itstrashtuesday MORE ESTHER:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@esthermonster Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esthermonster/ MORE KHALYLA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khalamityk/ Tigerbelly Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@UCIyIoM_Nd8HtY19fuR_ov2A PRODUCTION:Studio Ten42: https://www.instagram.com/studioten42/ Guy Robinson: https://www.instagram.com/grobfps/ Arielle Jade (Editor): https://www.instagram.com/jade.rabbit.cce/ Elisa Hernandez Kohler: https://www.instagram.com/ellie.lianna/ Megan Clements: https://www.instagram.com/egggymeg/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There was a time in my life where I didn't just go into debt once…I went into debt multiple times. And not small amounts. I'm talking tens of thousands of dollars…more than once. If I'm being honest, that used to be one of the most frustrating parts of my journey. Because it wasn't like I didn't know better. I had already learned the lessons. I had already gotten out of debt once. And yet somehow…I found myself right back in it again. In this episode, I'm not just talking about how to pay off debt…I'm talking about how to stay focused long enough to actually finish the journey.  Getting out of debt isn't about knowing what to do…it's about becoming someone who can stay consistent long enough to do it. And that's where routines come in.   In this episode, we discuss: Why paying off debt requires more than just knowledge or motivation The real reason people fall back into debt after getting out How inconsistency slows down your debt payoff progress Why daily awareness of your spending is a game changer How your budget gives context to your spending decisions The importance of weekly debt check-ins and staying engaged Why pre-deciding your spending helps you avoid emotional decisions How to create a strong "why" that keeps you motivated long-term Why tracking progress beyond balances helps you stay consistent   This episode is especially helpful if you: Feel like you've been in and out of debt more than once Struggle to stay consistent with your debt payoff plan Know what to do financially, but have trouble following through Feel overwhelmed or discouraged by your current debt balances Want to build better money habits while paying off debt Are ready to stay focused and actually finish your debt payoff journey   Why this matters: Getting into debt can happen quickly. Getting out of it takes time. If your habits, routines, and patterns don't support that long-term process, it becomes easy to fall into a cycle of starting and stopping. That cycle is what keeps people stuck. But when you build routines that keep you connected to your money (daily, weekly, and consistently), you stay engaged in the process. You make better decisions. You build momentum. And over time, that momentum turns into real progress. Because paying off debt isn't just about the numbers…it's about the behavior behind those numbers.   Timestamps: [00:09] Raya opens with her experiences with getting into and out of debt multiple times. [03:40] A pattern Raya had while in debt was disconnection. She wasn't aware of what she was spending. It was all about the moment. [08:00] Realizing that her spending wasn't random, Raya was able to see how her spending was tied to her identity (in a negative way). [13:45] Tracking your progress beyond balances is a great way to keep you focused on the journey.   Resources Mentioned: Episode #15: My Debt-Free Story and the Biggest Takeaways Get a Custom Budget Plan created by Raya Request a free money call with Raya City Girl Savings Personal Finance Portfolio Financial Focus Coaching Program   Getting out of debt isn't about being perfect, it's about being consistent. It's about building routines that support you even on the days you don't feel motivated. Because motivation will come and go. But your routines are what keep you moving forward. If you're on a debt payoff journey right now, you're not behind…you're in the process. Stay consistent. Stay connected. Stay committed to your plan. Give it time, because it will pay off. If you're ready for more structure, more clarity, and more support with your money, that's exactly what we build inside coaching. You can request a free money call using the link in the Resources section.

Red Cards, footballs and goalkeepers!  Ben and Tom are joined by Watto in New York to discuss the latest World Cup action.  We discuss Miguel Almiron's red card - do FIFA need to have a rethink about this rule?  With Watto in town, it's the perfect opportunity to talk goalkeepers, we look at how the footballs are behaving and get an insight into how much time teams would have spent with the ball.  There's all this to digest and the quiz, plus: 

Join host Meg Grier on God and Our Dogs as she interviews Dwaine Rivers of the Rivers Team with Phyllis Browning. Dwaine shares an incredible 12-day journey of faith, persistence, and divine intervention when his daughter's Australian Shepherd, Raya, went missing on her wedding day in Bay City, Texas. This heartwarming story demonstrates how God's fingerprints appear in unexpected places - from a traumatic storm that caused Raya to escape, to an entire community rallying together in prayer and search efforts. Despite crossing busy highways and navigating railroad tracks and canals, Raya was miraculously protected for nearly two weeks. The turning point came through divine guidance from an animal behaviorist who advised a simple but profound approach: just sit quietly with another familiar dog. Within 10 minutes, Raya emerged from the woods, completely healthy. This powerful metaphor reminds us how God patiently waits for us, and sometimes the best way to help those who are lost is simply to be present. Key Takeaways: Faith and persistence in the face of overwhelming odds The power of community support and prayer Trusting expert guidance even when it doesn't make sense God's protection and perfect timing Lessons about approaching lost friends with patience and presence About Dwaine Rivers: Real estate expert with 40+ years of experience, award-winning horseman, community leader, and devoted dog lover with the Rivers Team. 0:00 - Introduction to God and Our Dogs podcast 1:04 - Meet Dwaine Rivers - real estate expert and dog lover 1:49 - The Rivers family: from 10 dogs down to 6 2:15 - The wedding day crisis begins 3:07 - Raya escapes during a storm in Bay City, Texas 3:54 - The groom's remarkable decision at noon 4:36 - Wedding proceeds despite the crisis 4:55 - Bay City community mobilizes in prayer and search 5:15 - Raya spotted across town - crossing railroad tracks and canals 5:58 - Animal behaviorist explains traumatized dog behavior 6:21 - 12 days of searching and divine protection 6:30 - Raya crosses 4-lane highway multiple times unharmed 7:13 - The solution: Dakota, the familiar friend dog 7:38 - Miracle moment: Raya emerges in less than 10 minutes 8:21 - Found 100% healthy after 12 days 8:42 - Lessons about not giving up 9:24 - Priorities: marriage first, then continuing the search 10:54 - Following expert advice that didn't make sense 11:42 - Bay City celebrates - local newspaper covers the story 12:01 - About the Rivers Team real estate services 12:43 - Thought to "paw-nder": being present for neighbors in need 13:34 - Closing and how to connect Host: Meg Grier - Stories@GodAndOurDogs.com Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072683640098 God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday at 11:15am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.boerneradio.com. Air Date: 6/20/26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Sabrina Jalees (Mating Season) returns to the podcast! Sabrina talks about how she and her wife made a family, including picking out a sperm donor and performing a home insemination using a dog catheter. They break down the recent news about websites hosting non-consensual "sleep content" and the terrible networks of men coaching each other on how to assault their partners. Sabrina shares her attempt at a magic trick proposal while her partner dealt with a bathroom emergency, and they discuss: Can 2 butches make a right? Plus, why we need to rethink how we speak about pregnancy loss, and Sabrina makes a strong case for freezing your eggs.Check out Mating Season on Netflix.Watch this episode on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcastSupport this podcast by checking out our sponsors:• FirstLeaf: Get personalized wines, delivered. Head to TryFirstleaf.com/DATEME to sign up and you'll get 50% off your first box PLUS free shipping for an entire year• Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/3v6r90n6 #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.Follow:All Links: linktr.ee/whywontyoudatemeTour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenYouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerThis is a Headgum podcast. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Isabel González y Teresa de la Cierva entrevistan a Carlos Morales Raya, dermatólogo experto en estética, acné y láser.

80 Gramm Protein am Tag, Vollkorn statt Weizen, weniger Salz – wenn es um Ernährung geht, hat plötzlich jede Person einen Tipp. Während viele Tipps sinnvoll sind, sind manche Ratschläge auch völlig übertrieben. Leonie fühlt sich durch Social Media unter Druck gesetzt, Jana hat über Ernährung im Leistungssport gesprochen. Kalte Baked Beans aus der Dose waren ebenfalls Thema.

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If you know me, then you know there was a time in my life where vacation spending felt so exciting in the moment…and so stressful the second I got home. I remember going on a girls trip to Vegas in my early 20s. Deep down, I knew I couldn't really afford the trip the way I was approaching it, but I went anyway. No real plan, no clear budget…just spending based on what felt good in the moment. And when I got back? Reality hit. I was scrambling to cover my normal expenses, including rent. That post-vacation stress didn't match the experience I thought I was creating. I thought I was enjoying my life, but what I was really doing was borrowing peace from my future self to enjoy the present. In this episode, we're breaking down the truth about vacation spending—what actually causes people to overspend, why guilt shows up so often around travel, and how to approach your trips in a way that lets you enjoy them fully without throwing your finances off track. Because guilt-free spending isn't about spending less…it's about spending with a plan.   In this episode, we discuss: Why vacation spending often leads to stress, guilt, or financial setbacks The two extremes people fall into: overspending vs over-restricting Why emotional spending is more likely during travel How to plan your vacation spending before the trip (not during it) Why deciding your experience matters more than just setting a budget How to structure your days to balance spending and enjoyment The importance of staying aware of your spending while traveling How to enjoy your trip without feeling restricted or financially anxious   This episode is especially helpful if you: Feel stressed or guilty after spending money on vacations Tend to overspend while traveling and regret it later Overthink every purchase on trips and struggle to enjoy yourself Want to travel more but feel unsure how to afford it responsibly Feel like you have to "recover" financially after vacations Want to enjoy experiences without sacrificing financial stability   Why this matters: Vacation spending isn't the problem. It's how you approach it. Most people fall into one of two patterns: they either overspend and deal with the consequences later…or they restrict so much that they can't even enjoy the experience. But there's a middle ground. When you plan ahead, decide what actually matters, and stay connected to your spending while you travel, everything changes. You stop making emotional, in-the-moment decisions and start making intentional ones. And that's what allows you to enjoy your trip fully…without coming home stressed, behind, or trying to fix your finances.   Timestamps: [02:45] Raya's past experiences with vacation spending tend to be a common scenario for a lot of women. [05:13] Don't wait until you're on the trip to start figuring out your finances. Planning ahead allows you to be proactive, instead of reactive with money. [09:00] When planning a trip, always start with the type of experience you want to have. This will help you plan spending. [12:20] There's a middle ground between being aware of what's happening with your money and spending while on vacation.   Resources Mentioned: Episode #30: Vacation Planning on a Budget Request a free money call with Raya City Girl Savings Personal Finance Portfolio Financial Focus Coaching Program   Vacation spending doesn't have to come with guilt, but it does require intention. When you plan ahead, decide what matters, and stay connected along the way, your trips stop being something you have to recover from…and start being something that fits into your life. You get to enjoy the experience and feel good when you come home…not stressed, not behind, but still in control of your money. And if you're ready to build that kind of structure and confidence with your finances (not just for vacations, but for everyday life), support and accountability can make all the difference. You can request a free money call using the link in the Resources section. You don't have to choose between experiences and financial peace. You just have to learn how to plan for both.

Nuestra vida entera gira en torno a las relaciones. Cada decisión que tomamos en nuestro caminar nos lleva a conectar con alguien más. Nos unimos para formar familia, para emprender negocios o simplemente para desenvolvernos en nuestro trabajo diario. Al final, cada una de esas alianzas que hacemos busca un solo propósito: asegurar nuestro bienestar y que todo nos salga bien.Sin embargo, la historia bíblica nos presenta un contraste impactante. Pensemos en un hombre que vivió para agradar a Dios, un líder que se esforzó por hacer lo correcto: el rey Josafat de Judá. Crónicas relata cómo dedicó su reinado a limpiar la tierra de toda abominación y a guiar el corazón del pueblo de regreso a su Creador.La Escritura lo resume así en 2 Crónicas 19:4 (RVR1960): “Habitó, pues, Josafat en Jerusalén; pero daba vuelta y salía al pueblo, desde Beerseba hasta el monte de Efraín, y los conducía a Jehová el Dios de sus padres.”A causa de esa fidelidad, Dios afirmó su reino. Josafat es el ejemplo perfecto de que cuando pones al Señor en primer lugar y clamas en oración, Él pelea tus batallas. ¡Él sabía que con Dios al frente, la victoria estaba asegurada frente a cualquier ejército! Pero, atención a esto: este mismo hombre recto tuvo un punto ciego, un error terrible que repitió más de una vez... no supo elegir sus alianzas, no supo con quién relacionarse.Primera alianza peligrosa: El parentesco con la maldadAquí es donde comienza el verdadero peligro: cuando bajamos la guardia en nuestro círculo más íntimo. La Escritura nos muestra una alerta roja en 2 Crónicas 18:1 (RVR1960): “Tenía, pues, Josafat riquezas y gloria en abundancia; y contrajo parentesco con Acab.”El rey que caminaba en bendición, que tenía riquezas y gloria dadas por Dios, termina emparentado con Acab. ¿Y quién era Acab? El hombre que había cerrado el corazón de Israel al Dios verdadero, un rey totalmente influenciado por Jezabel, una mujer que desató la idolatría demoníaca y persiguió a los profetas del Señor. Josafat, el hombre de oración, bajó la guardia y abrió la puerta de su casa al enemigo. La alianza política y militar se selló trágicamente a través del matrimonio de sus hijos: Joram (hijo de Josafat y heredero al trono de Judá) y Atalía (hija de Acab y de la reina Jezabel).Ese matrimonio fue la puerta de entrada para que la idolatría, la manipulación y la maldad de la casa de Acab y Jezabel se infiltraran directamente en la descendencia de Josafat y en la corte de Judá, cobrando un precio altísimo en las siguientes generaciones.¿Qué es exactamente una alianza? Es un pacto, un convenio, un acuerdo profundo de cooperación. Puede ser un matrimonio o una sociedad mercantil; es, en esencia, unir dos fuerzas hacia un mismo destino. ¡Pero cuidado! Hay bendiciones enormes que Dios ya decretó para tu vida, pero si te relacionas con la persona equivocada, se te pueden escapar de las manos o perder por completo.Si alguna vez tomaste la decisión de caminar con la persona incorrecta, tú más que nadie sabes el precio que se paga. Y no hablo solo del área sentimental; hablo de tus finanzas, de tus proyectos. ¿Cuántos se han asociado con la persona equivocada y perdieron dinero? ¿Cuántos le abrieron la puerta a quien no debían y perdieron años valiosos de su tiempo?Escucha bien esto iglesia: Aliarse con alguien que está fuera de la voluntad de Dios siempre producirá algún tipo de pérdida. No existe la mentira de “yo me meto en este negocio o en esta relación y no pasa nada.” ¡Siempre pasa algo!.No pasó mucho tiempo después de firmar esa alianza, cuando el rey Acab invitó a Josafat a pelear en una guerra contra Ramot de Galaad:Unirte a lo incorrecto siempre te va a arrastrar a batallas y problemas que no son tuyos.Josafat, queriendo sonar espiritual en medio de una relación tóxica y equivocada, le dijo a Acab: “Te ruego que consultes hoy la palabra de Jehová”. Acab mandó a llamar a sus cuatrocientos profetas falsos y les preguntó: “¿Iremos a la guerra?”. Y claro, esos mentirosos le dijeron exactamente lo que él quería escuchar: “¡Ve!”.Pero Josafat en su espíritu no estaba tranquilo e insistió: “¿No hay aquí todavía algún profeta de Jehová a quien podamos consultar?”. Y miren la respuesta de Acab: “Sí, hay uno, pero lo aborrezco, porque nunca me profetiza nada bueno, solo desgracias”. A regañadientes llamaron al profeta Micaías, y la Biblia registra su inmensa valentía en 2 Crónicas 18:13 (RVR1960):“Y Micaías respondió: Vive Jehová, que lo que mi Dios me dijere, eso hablaré.”Al final, en medio de esa mala junta, se desató un espíritu de mentira y engaño. El fruto de las malas alianzas es que terminas envuelto en un ambiente donde reina el engaño, la mentira, la ruina, la enfermedad y la muerte.A pesar de ser un hombre que buscaba a Dios, Josafat tomó una pésima decisión que casi le cuesta la vida. ¡Casi muere masacrado en el campo de batalla simplemente por ponerse las ropas de un rey reprobado por Dios! Cuántas veces nosotros, como hijos de Dios, nos metemos en relaciones, amistades o negocios equivocados, y no pensamos en cómo va a terminar la historia. Nos dejamos llevar por el momento, olvidando esa gran y solemne advertencia de Deuteronomio 32:29 (RVR1960): “¡Ojalá fueran sabios, que comprendieran esto, Y se dieran cuenta del fin que les espera!”El confrontamiento de Dios: Una palabra dura para una generación complacienteCuando Josafat regresa de esa guerra fallida, Dios no se queda callado. La conclusión de este primer error se sella con una reprensión tajante que el profeta Jehú le hace al rey, una palabra que hoy es necesario que la iglesia escuche y responda. Se encuentra en 2 Crónicas 19:1-3 (RVR1960): “Josafat rey de Judá volvió en paz a su casa en Jerusalén. Y le salió al encuentro el vidente Jehú hijo de Hanani, y dijo al rey Josafat: ¿Al impío das ayuda, y amas a los que aborrecen a Jehová? Pues ha salido de la presencia de Jehová ira contra ti por esto. Pero se han hallado en ti buenas cosas, por cuanto has quitado de la tierra las imágenes de Asera, y has dispuesto tu corazón para buscar a Dios.”Tal vez esta confrontación directa del profeta Jehú caiga hoy como piedra en el zapato para muchos cristianos ya que en estos tiempos finales, Dios está necesitando una iglesia que tome decisiones firmes: gente valiente, aguerrida y ejercitada para la batalla; creyentes audaces, astutos, perseverantes, decididos y armados de valor. Tristemente, lo que vemos hoy es una generación complaciente, que no se deja exhortar ni corregir, una generación donde, si alzas la voz, ya sienten que los estás maltratando; al punto de que hoy casi vas preso por disciplinar a tus propios hijos, a los alumnos o a los miembros de la comunidad, gente sin disciplina y sin corrección, que exige que todo el universo gire al compás de sus emociones, personas que, movidas por la envidia, destruyen lo que a otros les ha costado edificar, simplemente porque lo único que buscan es reconocimiento y adulación. Quieren que les laven los pies y buscan desesperadamente ser aprobados por el mundo, en lugar de ganarse el respeto y la admiración cumpliendo los preceptos de Dios.¿Dónde quedó la línea de separación? ¿Dónde debes trazar la raya con tus parientes, con tus relaciones, con tus amistades y con tus negocios? ¿En qué momento cruzas esa frontera, comprometiendo tu testimonio, arriesgando tu vida con Dios y haciendo una burla de tu Salvador?¿Dónde trazas la ...

What if the safest path isn't actually the most secure one?In this thought-provoking episode of Limitless MD, Dr. Vikram Raya sits down with Rohan Saxena for a powerful conversation on entrepreneurship, uncertainty, wealth creation, mindset, and the evolving future of physicians.Together, they unpack why more doctors are beginning to question the traditional path of medicine and explore what it really means to create freedom, ownership, and long-term security in today's rapidly changing world.Dr. Raya shares his personal journey from practicing cardiologist to entrepreneur and investor, revealing the moments that pushed him beyond the limitations of traditional medicine. From building preventive cardiology programs and functional medicine initiatives to real estate investing and coaching physicians nationwide, this episode dives into the mindset shifts required to build a life beyond the stethoscope.Rohan also shares his own unconventional journey of walking away from the “safe” path in pursuit of greater autonomy, adaptability, and control over his future — leading to a fascinating discussion on certainty, antifragility, AI, coaching, entrepreneurship, and why the most successful people learn to thrive in uncertainty instead of avoiding it.This episode is a masterclass in resourcefulness, clarity, strategic thinking, and designing a life that aligns with your vision instead of someone else's expectations.“If your desire for freedom is greater than your desire for certainty, you have to think differently.”~ Rohan SaxenaIn This Episode:Why many physicians feel trapped despite successful careersThe hidden limitations of the traditional medical pathHow entrepreneurial thinking creates more freedom and controlThe difference between active income and asset creationWhy ownership matters more than income aloneBuilding wealth through entrepreneurship, real estate, and businessHow coaching and mentorship accelerate growth and confidenceThe role of AI in business, medicine, and decision-makingWhy clarity is one of the biggest missing pieces for physiciansReverse engineering financial freedom and lifestyle designThe concept of Ikigai and finding meaningful workWhy antifragility and adaptability matter in today's economyHow to think strategically instead of emotionally about your futureAbout Rohan SaxenaRohan Saxena is a digital marketing expert and the Director of Marketing at Limitless MD, where he helps scale the company's growth, brand strategy, and physician impact initiatives.With expertise in content creation, media buying, funnel building, campaign strategy, and digital growth systems, Rohan has built over 1,000,000 organic followers across multiple brands and profitably managed more than $400,000 in advertising spend.In his first year at Limitless MD, he helped grow the company's annual revenue from approximately $700,000 to over $2,000,000 while helping expand the movement of entrepreneurial and high-performing physicians worldwide.Passionate about entrepreneurship, AI, marketing, and personal growth, Rohan brings a fresh perspective on adaptability, value creation, and building freedom in an increasingly uncertain world.Connect with Vikram:

La provincia de Badajoz es la mayor de España por superficie, con 21.766 kilómetros cuadrados. Sin embargo, sigue siendo una gran desconocida para muchos viajeros. Enrique Domínguez Uceta nos guía por los encantos de una provincia con marcado carácter transfronterizo.

You ready for some good juju? This week, iconic drag queen Jujubee (Drag Race, Stop! That! Train!) joins Nicole to talk about the power of self-love and why she's officially stopped looking for a relationship. Nicole pays tribute to her first dog, Charlie, and the two discuss why the true soulmates are actually the animals in our life. Jujubee shares her philosophy on why love never dies, and opens up about the clarity she's found from being 9 years sober. She shares her best advice on having the ultimate solo date, and the two Delta Diamond Divas share their travel tips.Go see Stop! That! Train! in theatres today. Check out Jujubee's latest EP, MESS FOR YOU.Support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:• Jones Road Beauty: Use code DATEME at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad• Warby Parker: Our listeners can buy one prescription pair and get 20% off any additional pairs at WarbyParker.com/DATEME — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad• Squarespace: Head to squarespace.com/DATEME to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code DATEME.• Wayfair: Patio season is here and these deals won't last! Head to Wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less.Follow:All Links: linktr.ee/whywontyoudatemeTour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenYouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerThis is a Headgum podcast. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I Thought Marcus Was My Safe Place Then I Discovered Raya's PortraitsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-cheating-wives-and-girlfriends-stories-2026-true-cheating-stories-podcast--5689182/support.

On this episode of GrimLore, Reyway goes to school! Specifically the Raya Lucaria Academy of magic! Joining him is Toasty and Rayne acting as bodyguards against the many dangers of the Lands Between and stowing along for the ride is Arcane Daddy as he tries to join Reyway as a fellow classmate. Plot twist, however! Our dwarven host is a guest teacher at the academy as well! Many shenanigans will be had, and many more runes will be lost!

What if success in medicine didn't require sacrificing your family, your peace, or the life you actually want to live?In this heartfelt and deeply insightful episode of Limitless MD, Dr. Vikram Raya sits down with Dr. Kristina Kypuros for a powerful conversation about what it truly means to build a meaningful life as a modern physician.Together, they unpack the evolving identity of today's doctors — physicians who are no longer willing to wait until retirement to enjoy their lives. From entrepreneurship and real estate investing to parenting, relationships, self-love, and intentional living, this episode explores how high-performing physicians can create success without losing themselves in the process.Dr. Kypuros shares her journey balancing medicine, motherhood, marriage, innovation, and wealth-building while staying grounded in purpose and presence. Meanwhile, Dr. Raya opens up about imposter syndrome, coaching, mindset shifts, resilience, and the philosophies helping him navigate growth, grief, ambition, and fulfillment in this next chapter of life.This conversation is both practical and deeply human — a reminder that building an extraordinary life is less about achieving more and more about becoming aligned with what matters most.“I want to include my children in everything I build without sacrificing time with them.”~ Dr. Kristina KypurosIn This Episode:Why today's physicians are redefining success and lifestyle designThe shift from traditional medicine into entrepreneurship and intentional livingHow coaching and mentorship can completely transform your trajectoryNavigating imposter syndrome and building true self-beliefWhy presence matters more than productivityThe importance of family, community, and designing a meaningful life nowHow to balance ambition with peace and fulfillmentLessons from stoicism, mindfulness, and European cultureWhy simplicity and surrender are becoming the new markers of successDaily practices and mindset shifts that help high performers stay groundedDr. Jessie Mahoney's Framework for FlowRegulate your nervous system before trying to optimize your scheduleReplace constant hustle with intentional pauses and awarenessBuild capacity through rest, presence, and recovery—not more outputPractice micro-moments of mindfulness throughout your dayReconnect with your internal signals instead of relying on external validationRedefine success from doing more to feeling alignedAbout Dr. Kristina KypurosDr. Kristina Kypuros is a wife, mother, and physician specializing in Pediatric Critical Care and Emergency Medicine. Beyond medicine, she is passionate about innovation, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing alongside her husband as they intentionally build a legacy-centered life for their family.She is currently developing an invention idea, writing a children's book inspired by her Greek and Mexican heritage, and empowering others to dream bigger, take action, and create lives rooted in purpose, alignment, and freedom.Connect with Vikram:

Hoy en #LosDanieles conversamos sobre la investigación de la reivsta Raya titulada Proyecto Júpiter. También analizamos el atentado ocurrido en la noche del 25 de abril durante la cena de corresponsales de la Casa Blanca.

There was a time in my life where summer felt like a financial reset. Everything felt lighter. More relaxed. More social. I wasn't thinking about routines the same way, and I definitely wasn't as focused on my budget. I was just… living. In the moment, it felt good. Like I was enjoying my life and taking a break from structure. But what I didn't realize back then was that the kind of "reset" I was creating wasn't actually helping me. Because if you're not careful, a financial reset can quietly turn into falling behind. In this episode, I'm walking you through four common summer spending traps that can derail your savings goals…and more importantly, how to stay aligned with your money without feeling restricted.  You don't have to choose between enjoying your summer and being financially responsible…you just need to stay connected while you do it.   In this episode, we discuss: The real reason summer can throw off your savings and financial progress Why feeling like you "deserve it" can turn into emotional spending How social plans can quickly lead to unplanned overspending The danger of telling yourself you'll "get back on track later" Why inconsistency with money habits makes everything feel harder How small, everyday summer spending adds up faster than you think The importance of staying connected to your budget during busy seasons Simple ways to stay intentional with your money without missing out   This episode is especially helpful if you: Feel like summer always throws your finances off track Tend to overspend on social plans, dining, or last-minute activities Struggle to stay consistent with budgeting during busy seasons Tell yourself you'll "fix it later" when it comes to money Feel like your savings goals slow down or stop in the summer Want to enjoy your life while still making financial progress   Why this matters: Summer doesn't ruin your finances, but disconnection from your money absolutely can. And that disconnection doesn't usually happen in big, obvious ways. It happens in small decisions. Small patterns. Small moments where you stop checking in and start going with the flow. When you're not intentional, your spending becomes reactive; and when your spending is reactive, it becomes harder to stay aligned with your goals. But when you stay connected to your money (even in busy, social, high-spend seasons), you stay in control. You make better decisions in real time. You adjust as needed, and you avoid that overwhelming feeling of having to "start over."   Timestamps: [03:13] One of the biggest shifts Raya helps her clients work through is the mindset of justifying purchases. [06:06] Letting social plans dictate your spending can be one of the fastest ways to lose control of your spending. [10:53] Most women know what to do when it comes to money, but they struggle because they don't stay consistent with their efforts. [13:35] Not sure why your money feels tight in the summer? It's likely a lack of awareness of where your money is going.   Resources Mentioned: Episode #184: Fighting Summer FOMO: 5 Hacks that Keep Me on Track with My Budget and Goals Request a free money call with Raya City Girl Savings Personal Finance Portfolio Financial Focus Coaching Program   If there's one thing to take from this episode, it's this: summer doesn't have to set you back…but it will if you move through it without intention. The women who feel calm and confident with their money during busy seasons aren't the ones who never spend. They're the ones who decide how they want to spend before the moment happens. They stay aware. They stay connected. They stay grounded in their goals…while still enjoying their lives. If you're ready to build that kind of consistency with your money, having the right structure and support can make all the difference. You can request a free money call using the link in the resources section. You're not off track, you just need to stay connected.

Rachael Hornbucle joins us to tell us about her dating history on Raya and we talk about the best gay nightclubs. Join the PATREON HERE - Just $7 (AUD) for bonus eps and content - get tons of behind the scenes hacks and pranks and help keep this podcast going! Go watch Capper's special Hold Me Closer Tiny Cancer HERE Follow CAPPER and ROHAN and PHONE HACKS on Instagram Subscribe where you're listening and leave a review to get the word out thereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NN Pod begins its end-of-season player review series as Gavin returns to the show following Arsenal's Premier League title celebrations and a football-filled trip across England, Scotland and Europe. From the atmosphere around the Emirates on trophy-lift day to watching the Champions League Final in Amsterdam, the hosts reflect on a memorable few weeks before turning their attention to the squad review.  Part One focuses on the foundation of Arsenal's title-winning side. The panel grades the goalkeepers, defenders and deeper midfielders, discussing the seasons of David Raya, Jurriën Timber, Ben White, Cristhian Mosquera, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhães, Piero Hincapié and Riccardo Calafiori.  The conversation then moves into midfield, where Declan Rice, Martín Zubimendi, Christian Nørgaard and Myles Lewis-Skelly come under the microscope. The hosts debate Player of the Season contenders, discuss the impact of injuries and availability, and consider which players exceeded expectations during Arsenal's championship campaign.  With grades ranging from A* to F, there are disagreements, surprises and plenty of discussion around the players who helped Arsenal lift the Premier League trophy. Part Two, covering the attacking players, follows next week.  The grades are in. The debates begin.Chapters:(00:00) - Arteta's Non-Negotiables & Intro(00:18) - End of Season Review Series Introduction(01:22) - Gavin's Arsenal Trophy Lift Travel Diary(08:02) - Elliot's Emirates Trophy Celebration Experience(13:18) - Champions League Final Reflections(19:18) - Player Review Format & Grading Criteria(19:29) - David Raya(21:57) - Kepa Arrizabalaga(23:58) - Tommy Setford (Mention)(24:18) - Jurriën Timber(25:55) - Ben White(28:06) - Cristhian Mosquera(30:20) - William Saliba(32:00) - Gabriel Magalhães(33:30) - Piero Hincapié(35:10) - Riccardo Calafiori(37:33) - Declan Rice(40:23) - Martín Zubimendi(44:26) - Christian Nørgaard(46:30) - Myles Lewis-Skelly(50:36) - Looking Ahead To Part Two & Outro

We just pulled off a travel move that still makes us laugh: a luxury stay at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach that was booked on Hilton points, covered by stacked Hilton resort credits, and somehow ended with us up $38 thanks to a perfectly timed Amex offer. If you've ever wondered whether points and miles are actually worth the effort, we walk through the real math, the real cards, and the real checkout moment where Raya hands over a stack of credit cards and asks the front desk to split the bill across all of them. Along the way, we rewind to our annual Oceanside getaway, the trip we protect on our calendar because it has almost no itinerary. Beach, pool, good food, and a reset. This year includes a surprise birthday dinner for Dwayne with friends he hasn't seen in more than 20 years, plus little details that made it feel special, like a custom menu and a table that just kept growing as more people arrived. We also get practical about family travel logistics: when a “standard room” starts feeling too small for five people, how we think about suites, and why an ocean view matters when one of us is working during the trip. We share our experience at The Seabird, how we handled a disappointing initial room assignment, and the polite ask that got us into a true oceanfront suite. Expect plenty of California details too, from the Monarch Beach club shuttle to June gloom weather timing, plus our favorite eats and one meal that went off the rails. If you want more strategies like this for affordable luxury travel, subscribe, share this with a points-obsessed friend, and leave us a quick review so more families can find the show. What's the next hotel you'd love to book entirely on points?

This week Mandy has Raya Hensler, host of Reality with Raya, on the podcast. Mandy and Raya spend most of the time deconstructing the Summer House reunion part 2 but chat a little In The City and Real Housewives of Rhode Island. Do you all agree Liz was on something when she freaked out at Jo-Ellen?For all things Raya Hensler: https://linktr.ee/realitywithraya?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=97758878-8062-4a9a-acd4-8009bd54119aFollow Reality with Ray on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realitywithraya/Follow Mandy on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mandyslutsker/

If you enjoy this episode, we're sure you will enjoy more content like this on The Occult Rejects.  In fact, we have curated playlists on occult topics like grimoires, esoteric concepts and phenomena, occult history, analyzing true crime and cults with an occult lens, Para politics, and occultism in music. Whether you enjoy consuming your content visually or via audio, we've got you covered - and it will always be provided free of charge.  So, if you enjoy what we do and want to support our work of providing accessible, free content on various platforms, please consider making a donation to the links provided below.  Thank you and enjoy the episode!Links For The Occult Rejectshttps://linktr.ee/theoccultrejectsOccult Research Institutehttps://www.occultresearchinstitute.org/Substackhttps://substack.com/@theoccultrejects?r=7auau0&utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-pageCash Apphttps://cash.app/$theoccultrejectsVenmo@TheOccultRejectsBuy Me A Coffeebuymeacoffee.com/TheOccultRejectsPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/TheOccultRejectsHere is the discount code OCCULT10People can book through my website: www.rayathorne.comHere are my other links:YT: https://www.youtube.com/@rayathorneINST: https://www.instagram.com/rayathorne/Also want to remind people about the website, if you're into reading we have tons of information by multiple contributors, and we got t-shirts up on the site if you're interested. Fun fact, the art is all based on the eyeball. A

Drag queen Trixie Mattel (Drag Race S7, All Stars 3) returns to the podcast! After experiencing how exhausting it is to navigate a private breakup while smiling through a press tour, Trixie opens up about why she is now fiercely protective of her new relationship. Nicole explains why Drag Race S7 is her all-time favorite season, and the girls discuss wild dating reality TV shows like 90 Day Fiancé, Love After Lockup, and Love on the Spectrum, plus whether Trixie would ever actually compete on The Traitors. Trixie also discusses her impersonator recent retirement, gives her honest advice to all the gay singles out there, and reveals her obsession with crime scene cleanup.Watch this episode on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTake our listener survey and shape the future of the podcast!Support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:• Jones Road Beauty: Use code DATEME at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad• Betterhelp: This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/dateme today to get 10% off your first month.• Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/3v6r90n6 #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.Follow:All Links: linktr.ee/whywontyoudatemeTour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenYouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerThis is a Headgum podcast. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ein letztes Mal mit dieser einen Person sprechen, eine Revolution miterleben, die Gadgets der Zukunft sehen: Alles, was wir dafür bräuchten, wäre eine Zeitmaschine! Meistens ging es in die Vergangenheit - zu den Großeltern, zu Musik-Idolen oder um große Katastrophen zu verhindern.

What happens when a sharp, inquisitive 14-year-old interviewer starts asking questions most adults never think to ask?In this conversation with Rithvik Raya, Coach Alex dives deep into some of the biggest questions surrounding health, fitness, resilience, agency, suffering, faith, and human potential.Together they explore:Living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and chronic painWhy modern abundance may be making us physically and mentally weakerThe science of adaptation and resilienceWhy "calories in, calories out" oversimplifies human biologyThe surprising science behind hope molecules and exerciseWhy coaching and community outperform diets and algorithmsThe role of agency in personal transformationWhat fitness has to do with faith, purpose, and stewardshipHow modern culture encourages victimhood—and how to reclaim responsibilityWhy intensity isn't always the answerThe difference between starting a fitness journey and becoming the kind of person who finishes itThis is one of the most thoughtful and wide-ranging conversations I've had in a long time. Rithvik asked questions that forced me to think carefully about what I actually believe and why.If you've ever wondered how fitness connects to psychology, theology, resilience, leadership, and the pursuit of a meaningful life, this conversation is for you.Life is hard.The question isn't whether you'll face difficulty.The question is:What kind of hard will you choose?⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Introduction01:06 – Living With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome05:15 – Why Modern Comfort May Be Making Us Weak08:42 – Choosing Your Hard10:40 – Childhood Trauma, Science & Finding Truth13:05 – Why Coach Alex Built Faithful Fitness16:45 – The Fitness Industry's Biggest Problem17:05 – Calories In, Calories Out? Not So Fast21:28 – Hope Molecules, Myokines & Exercise Science25:00 – What Is Agency?27:52 – Can Agency Survive the Algorithm Age?29:30 – Why Coaching & Community Beat Every Diet31:57 – The Science Behind SpyFit35:37 – Leadership, Responsibility & Personal Agency38:47 – Is Fitness Really About Intentional Living?40:02 – Is There A Moral Dimension To Fitness?45:32 – Pride, Gluttony, Shame & Stewardship48:21 – The Problem With Victimhood Culture50:38 – Why Intensity Is Overrated53:01 – How the Body Actually Adapts57:31 – Better Daily, Comparison & Following Christ01:01:12 – Social Media, Movement & Human Flourishing01:02:29 – Why People Really Get In Shape01:05:08 – Coaching, Identity & Freedom01:06:46 – Rapid Fire Round01:10:15 – Final Thoughts

Vous trouverez cet entretien sous deux formes : l'une complètement en anglais, l'autre doublée et expliquée en français par moi-même si vous préférez (les deux se trouvent séparément dans le flux du podcast, suivez les drapeaux !)Le lendemain de l'enregistrement de cet épisode - une dinguerie vous verrez -, je n'avais qu'une idée en tête : écrire à Elizabeth Gilbert, garder le lien avec elle. Cette femme a un charisme fou. Je le sais depuis 2006, lorsqu'elle a publié Mange, Prie, Aime, un livre qui a inspiré des millions de femmes - dont moi. Vingt ans plus tard, elle publie un livre poignant, Jusqu'à la rivière, dont elle estime qu'il est « la suite » de ce premier best seller. Le contenu en est bien plus sombre. Il lui a fallu huit ans pour avoir la force de « retourner en enfer » pour raconter l'histoire d'amour destructrice vécue avec son âme-soeur, Raya, atteinte d'un cancer en phase terminale et dépendante à la cocaïne et à l'héroïne. Elizabeth Gilbert, elle, était dépendante à l'idée qu'elle devait sauver Raya. Si, sur le papier, elle avait l'air d'être la « personne saine et altruiste », elle a compris ensuite qu'elle était « tout aussi folle, peut-être plus » que sa compagne. C'est ça, la « codépendance » un concept mal connu en France, qu'elle décrit d'une façon limpide : déverser dans l'autre tout ce qu'on est, puis rester « mains tendues, en espérant récupérer une miette de l'amour qu'on a déversé ». Elizabeth Gilbert est allée aux Codépendants Anonymes, et a fait ce fameux « programme en douze étapes » qui implique un bilan moral total, qu'elle décrit comme le moment le plus salvateur de sa vie.Elle me charme. Elle me fait rire. La conclusion à laquelle elle aboutit dans ce livre est exactement la même que celle à laquelle j'ai abouti dans Enfin Seule. Elle explore la nécessité pour les êtres humains, en particulier les femmes, de trouver l'apaisement dans une capacité reconquise d'être enfin heureuse seule.C'est pour ça que cet entretien m'a bouleversée. Je sais déjà qu'il vous plaira !Faites moi des retours sur les réseaux sociaux et n'oubliez pas de mettre des étoiles partout ! Ça aide Folie Douce à essaimer

Vous trouverez cet entretien sous deux formes : l'une complètement en anglais, l'autre doublée et expliquée en français par moi-même si vous préférez (les deux se trouvent séparément dans le flux du podcast, suivez les drapeaux !)Le lendemain de l'enregistrement de cet épisode - une dinguerie vous verrez -, je n'avais qu'une idée en tête : écrire à Elizabeth Gilbert, garder le lien avec elle. Cette femme a un charisme fou. Je le sais depuis 2006, lorsqu'elle a publié Mange, Prie, Aime, un livre qui a inspiré des millions de femmes - dont moi. Vingt ans plus tard, elle publie un livre poignant, Jusqu'à la rivière, dont elle estime qu'il est « la suite » de ce premier best seller. Le contenu en est bien plus sombre. Il lui a fallu huit ans pour avoir la force de « retourner en enfer » pour raconter l'histoire d'amour destructrice vécue avec son âme-soeur, Raya, atteinte d'un cancer en phase terminale et dépendante à la cocaïne et à l'héroïne. Elizabeth Gilbert, elle, était dépendante à l'idée qu'elle devait sauver Raya. Si, sur le papier, elle avait l'air d'être la « personne saine et altruiste », elle a compris ensuite qu'elle était « tout aussi folle, peut-être plus » que sa compagne. C'est ça, la « codépendance » un concept mal connu en France, qu'elle décrit d'une façon limpide : déverser dans l'autre tout ce qu'on est, puis rester « mains tendues, en espérant récupérer une miette de l'amour qu'on a déversé ». Elizabeth Gilbert est allée aux Codépendants Anonymes, et a fait ce fameux « programme en douze étapes » qui implique un bilan moral total, qu'elle décrit comme le moment le plus salvateur de sa vie.Elle me charme. Elle me fait rire. La conclusion à laquelle elle aboutit dans ce livre est exactement la même que celle à laquelle j'ai abouti dans Enfin Seule. Elle explore la nécessité pour les êtres humains, en particulier les femmes, de trouver l'apaisement dans une capacité reconquise d'être enfin heureuse seule.C'est pour ça que cet entretien m'a bouleversée. Je sais déjà qu'il vous plaira !Faites moi des retours sur les réseaux sociaux et n'oubliez pas de mettre des étoiles partout ! Ça aide Folie Douce à essaimer

We welcome you back to a very special episode of Upstairs Neighbors! Maya is away, so bring in Alexa Jay! This week Dom shares her Raya success story, Alexa tells us about meeting Tyriq Withers and they both retell their high stories.  Enjoy!  Offers:   SquareSpace: Head to Squarespace.com/UPSTAIRS for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use OFFER CODE: UPSTAIRS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Smirnoff Ice: Available at local retailers near you. Please drink responsibly, 21+ RocketMoney: Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at RocketMoney.com/UPSTAIRSNEIGHBORS. Podcast Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/upstairsneighborspod/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upstairsneighborspod Follow our Hosts:  Maya IG: https://www.instagram.com/mayamoto_/ Maya TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mayahasatiktok Dom IG: https://www.instagram.com/domrobxrts/ Dom TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@domnotateenmom Follow Alexa Jay:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/alexajay/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flexylexxxy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alexa_jayy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich makes the case that he's technically a 9/11 survivor. Tracie has the gruesome realizes she's been on Raya for 10 years. We investigate the origins of "monkey bars," have a delayed Euphoria conversation, discuss how Kars4Kids raises money for jewish birthright trips to Israel, and examine Trump's deeply unsettling pronunciation of the word "vegan." We also review the dash cam footage from Britney Spears' DUI arrest and ask the important questions, like why we're all still here.To access video episodes, bonus episodes and our premium series WAWU—we're covering Michael Jackson: The Trial—check out our Patreon.Tracie's SubstackInstagramTikTok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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THAT BALD MAN WAS OUR BOSS, MARK! Today on the Show, Payton had her BRIDAL SHOWER but then she ALSO HAD AN UNEXPECTED VISITOR! First though, Johnjay NEARLy discovered a model and RAYA's WATCH BETRAYED HER! Also, Kyle's hoarding tendencies have finally PAID OFF. Plus, Chelsea from Seattle just found us and is listening to us in her big rig AND Rich SCREWED UP MINUTE TO WIN IT SO BAD SOMEONE called in just to say WTF. All of this and MUCH MORE today on JOHNJAY AND RICH!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summer has a way of making you want to say yes to everything. The trips. The brunches. The outfits. The events. The experiences. Listen…there's nothing wrong with enjoying your life. In fact, you should enjoy your life. But what you don't want is to come out of the summer with credit card debt, financial stress, or feeling like you have to start over when fall hits. Because the truth is, you don't have to choose between having fun and being financially responsible. You can do both. In this episode, we're breaking down how to have your version of a "Hot Girl Summer" without overspending, without guilt, and without falling off track with your financial goals. I'm joined by Aleah Vassell from Creative With Money, who shares a powerful perspective on building wealth, managing money, and staying intentional…even with inconsistent or creative income.   In this episode, we discuss: How to enjoy summer without overspending or going into debt Why high-spend seasons like summer can derail your financial progress How to balance fun, experiences, and financial responsibility What intentional spending actually looks like in real life How to manage your money during seasons of inconsistent income Why assuming "future income" will cover current spending can backfire How to create a summer spending plan or "fun fund" that works Creative ways to enjoy your summer without blowing your budget How to deal with FOMO without sabotaging your financial goals   This episode is especially helpful if you: Feel pressure to spend more money during the summer months Want to enjoy your life but stay aligned with your financial goals Tend to overspend on travel, dining, or social events Feel like summer always throws you off track financially Have inconsistent income or are self-employed/creative Want to feel more intentional, confident, and in control of your spending   Why this matters: Summer can either be a season where you fully enjoy your life and stay aligned with your finances…or a season that quietly undoes months of progress. A lot of overspending doesn't come from a lack of discipline. It comes from a lack of planning, intention, and awareness…especially during high-energy, high-spend seasons like this. When you approach your money with intention, everything changes. You stop reacting and start deciding. You give yourself permission to enjoy your life, but within boundaries that actually support your long-term goals. Over time, that balance is what allows you to build wealth without feeling restricted or deprived.   Timestamps: [02:40] Aleah shares how she went from starving artist to high-income creative, and how Creative with Money came to be. [09:36] Prioritize your joy. You don't have to spend money to bring happiness into your life. [20:20] Aleah gives guidance to listeners who are thinking about investing or struggling with choosing investing over saving. [32:40] Raya and Aleah share some low-cost ways people can have fun over the summer.   Resources Mentioned: Follow Aleah on Instagram Creative with Money Resources City Girl Savings Personal Finance Portfolio Financial Focus Coaching Program   If you've ever felt like summer throws your finances off track, this episode is your reminder that you can enjoy your life and stay financially aligned at the same time. With a little planning, intentionality, and structure, you don't have to choose between fun and financial progress…you can have both. If you're ready to build a system that helps you stay consistent with your money no matter the season, support and accountability can make all the difference. You can learn more about coaching using the link in the show notes. You are allowed to enjoy your life. Just make sure your money is set up to support it, not stress you out later.  

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Tracie Thoms (RENT, The Devil Wears Prada 2) joins Nicole to discuss her 8-year journey to join the iconic cast of RENT, the wild logic men use to avoid commitment, and why some of them want all the benefits of a girlfriend with zero of the responsibility. Tracie also breaks down the nightmare of having dated someone who tried dictate her career, and reveals why living apart from her partner has actually been the ultimate relationship hack. Plus, why does true love make you feel sleepy? And Nicole opens up about her PMDD diagnosis.I'm just such a big fan of RENT and so happy we have Joanne on, omg folks this is a big one for me personally. Rentheads unite!Watch this episode on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTake our listener survey and shape the future of the podcast!Support this podcast by checking out our sponsor:• Squarespace: Head to squarespace.com/DATEME to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code DATEME.Follow:All Links: linktr.ee/whywontyoudatemeTour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenYouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerThis is a Headgum podcast. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You got small so you could learn how powerful you truly are. Every relationship, every betrayal, every "what was I thinking" moment… it's not punishment. It's a form of modern initiation. You are not behind. You're being initiated. You've loved people who didn't love you back the way you deserved. You've stayed longer than you should have. You've given the benefit of the doubt—and then wondered why you did. In this episode, Danielle shares a personal story—raw, funny, honest—about a dating app exchange that challenged her standards. What if every relationship that confused you, every situation that blindsided you, every "what was I thinking" moment wasn't punishment—but initiation?  If you've ever questioned your discernment after a hard experience. If you've done the work and still wonder why certain things keep showing up. If you want to know that you can trust yourself again… Press play. Episode Timestamps [00:53] Life update: Bless & Release, venture capital, and the Centering app [02:38] The Raya rude boy  [06:39] Shenpa: Buddhist emotional hooks and how you respond to the hard moment [07:50] The "what was I thinking" spiral [09:57] The priestess and warrior initiation [11:26] Earth school in the Age of Aquarius [12:50] The point is to love more now  [14:04] Revisiting rude boy: what he was actually a reminder of [15:00] Sign you're a Super Blesser [16:30] You can trust yourself [17:10] Walt Whitman close: I contain multitudes  

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Welcome to our first Overlap Champions Special, brought to you by Sky Bet.In this episode, Gary Neville and Ian Wright visit the Sobha Realty Training Centre, home of the newly crowned Premier League champions, Arsenal.Mikel Arteta joins the show alongside the Premier League trophy to reflect on his rebuild of Arsenal, taking the club from the infamous “banter era” to the top of English football. With a Champions League final still to come, can Arsenal complete a truly historic season?Co-Chair Josh Kroenke and CEO Richard Garlick also sit down with Gary and Wrighty to discuss the club's rise, reveal the importance of signing Declan Rice and even surprise the pair with a gift of their own.Mikel Merino and Myles Lewis-Skelly then join the show to reflect on the highs and lows of the campaign, as well as sharing a few secrets from Arsenal's title celebrations.Can Arsenal complete the double by winning the Champions League? 00:00 - Intro01:37- Arteta Reflects on Winning07:27 - Declan Rice Statement Signing10:19 - Raya or Ramsdale Decision Explained11:52 -Josh Kroenke21:09 -Richard Garlick31:05 - Mikel Merino36:58 - Champions League Final39:47 - Myles Lewis-Skelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we get real black and random as ****. Quinta Brunson's bringing Betty Boop into the 21st century. Kelis out here giving toys melanin. And why is Ray J in the ring? This episode is sure to be a knockout. Become a Habitual Ish Talker and follow us on The App Formally Known As Twitter: twitter.com/TalkinIsh_PodJoin in on the conversation! E-Mail us at ⁠talkinishpod@gmail.com⁠Listen to the audio version: https://linktr.ee/TalkinIshPod#Podcast #Politics #PopCulture Chapters00:00 - Introduction/Idle Chit Chat07:38 - Raya's Week08:40 - Britt's Week13:29 - Raya's Birthday Week20:29 - Anthony's Week22:28 - Viewer Comments Intro22:56 - Lisa's Comment31:14 - Ray J... KO!!!40:06 - SkillsRight Dot ORG 45:25 - Quinta's Boop Boop Be Doop 49:53 - Kelis' Making It Brown59:50 - Question of the Pod01:02:49 - Talkin' Recommendations 01:19:58 - Goodbye/See Ya Later!

I'm going to say something that might sting a little. Inconsistency is the real financial killer. Not low income. Not inflation. Not student loans. Not a lack of knowledge. Inconsistency. Because most women don't struggle with money because they don't know what to do. They struggle because they do it for a few weeks… and then stop. They budget when they feel motivated… and then stop. They save for a month… and then stop. They start strong… and then lose momentum. And every time you stop, you reset your progress. In this episode, I'm breaking down why consistency (not motivation, not perfection, not even income)is the real secret to financial success. We're also talking about how consistency builds momentum, strengthens self-trust, reduces anxiety, and creates long-term results that feel stable and sustainable. If you've ever felt like you're constantly starting over with your money, this episode is going to hit home.   In this episode, we discuss: Why inconsistency is the real reason many women feel stuck financially How inconsistency breaks momentum and keeps you in a cycle of starting over Why consistency builds self-trust and financial confidence How consistency compounds—both financially and behaviorally Why inconsistent money habits increase financial anxiety The difference between being interested in financial success vs committed to it How consistency makes financial success predictable (not random) Why systems and structure are required to stay consistent   This episode is especially helpful if you: Feel like you're constantly starting over with your money Struggle to stay consistent with budgeting, saving, or tracking Know what to do financially, but don't follow through long-term Feel behind despite making good income Want to feel more confident, calm, and in control of your finances   Why this matters: Financial success isn't built in one big moment. It's built through repeated, steady actions over time. When you're inconsistent, everything feels harder. You lose momentum. You lose clarity. You lose confidence. And eventually, you start avoiding your money altogether. But when you're consistent, everything shifts. You trust yourself more. You stay aware of your numbers. You make better decisions faster. And you start to see progress that actually sticks. Consistency removes the chaos and replaces it with stability…and over time, that stability turns into financial confidence…and real results.   Timestamps: [03:39] When you lose consistency with your financial habits, you lose confidence. Avoidance is when financial chaos ensues. [07:12] Consistency changed how Raya approached risk. Decisions used to be made out of hope and adrenaline, where now, decisions are calculated.  [13:10] Inconsistency results in stalls growth…with budgeting, investing, saving, and any other helpful habit for your finances. [20:05] Consistency forces you to prove to yourself that you mean what you say. If you say you want financial peace, are you consistently doing things that create it?   Resources Mentioned: Episode #141: How Managing My Money Has Boosted My Confidence Episode #178: Finding Peace in Your Finances: 5 Steps to Eliminate Money Anxiety City Girl Savings Personal Finance Portfolio Financial Focus Coaching Program   If you've been feeling stuck or frustrated with your progress, this episode is your reminder that you don't need a better plan…you need more consistency with the plan you already have. If you're ready to build real consistency with your money, support, structure, and accountability can make all the difference. You can learn more about coaching using the link in the show notes. You are not behind. You're just one consistent season away from everything starting to click.

World famous relationship therapist Esther Perel has been studying relationships for over 40 years. She joins Nicole to share the most common problems couples seek therapy for, the 3 types of conflicts we fight over, and how to productively resolve them. Esther discusses how to get over "icks" while dating, and challenges us to ask ourselves: what "icks" would people find in you? They also explore exactly why modern dating feels so incredibly tough right now, the fact that therapy speak has gone mainstream thanks to shows like The Sopranos, and whether that's a good or bad thing. Plus, Esther shares a wild story about her first therapy session between a man and his AI girlfriend, and she totally flips the script on Nicole to ask the ultimate question: Would you date you?Celebrate the 20th anniversary of her groundbreaking book, Mating in Captivity.Watch this episode on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTake our listener survey and shape the future of the podcast!Support this podcast by checking out our sponsor:• Chime: Chime is not just smarter banking, it is the most rewarding way to bank. Join the millions who are already banking fee free today. Head to Chime.com/DATEME.Follow:All Links: linktr.ee/whywontyoudatemeTour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenYouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerThis is a Headgum podcast. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Let me guess. You've tried to "be better" with money before. You've told yourself you'll check your accounts more often. You've promised you'll stick to your budget. You've said this month will be different. And maybe it is… for a week. Then life gets busy. Work gets intense. You get tired. Something unexpected comes up. And suddenly, you're back to reacting instead of leading your money. Here's what I want to gently say: it's not that you lack discipline…it's that you lack a routine. Because discipline requires energy, but a routine relies on structure. And structure wins every time. In this episode, I'm walking you through how to create a weekly money routine that actually sticks…not one you do when you feel motivated, but one that becomes part of your rhythm. Because if you want to feel confident and in control of your finances, consistency is the bridge. And consistency is built weekly.   In this episode, we discuss: Why discipline alone isn't enough to stay consistent with money How a weekly money routine creates clarity and control Why weekly check-ins prevent overwhelm and avoidance How to choose a consistent time for your routine What to include in a weekly money check-in (step-by-step) How reviewing transactions helps you stay aware of your spending Why checking account balances builds financial confidence How to plan ahead for upcoming expenses How to make small adjustments without overcorrecting The role of daily habits in supporting weekly consistency How to stay consistent even when you miss a week   This episode is especially helpful if you: Struggle to stay consistent with your money habits Feel reactive instead of in control of your finances Avoid checking your accounts or tracking spending Want a simple, repeatable money routine that works   Why this matters: Financial consistency isn't about doing everything perfectly…it's about having a rhythm you can return to. When you only check in on your money occasionally, everything feels bigger than it is. Numbers feel overwhelming. Decisions feel heavier. Avoidance becomes easier. But when you check in weekly, nothing builds up. You stay aware. You adjust early. You stay in control. A weekly money routine turns your finances from something reactive into something intentional…and that's where confidence starts to build.   Timestamps: [02:11] The first step to building a weekly money routine is deciding when you'll implement that routine (and protect that time). A set day and time each week will go a long way. [05:10] Raya walks through the 5 core components of a weekly money check in, including reviewing transactions, updating budget categories, and more. [10:30] Your entire weekly routine should take 30-40 minutes. Being consistent with it keeps the timing efficient. [14:25] Decide in advance what happens when you slip up with your weekly routine. Don't wait until you're in the moment to determine your response. Emotions are louder than logic.   Resources Mentioned: Episode #164: Plan, Prepare, and Organize Your Finances with Alaina Fingal City Girl Savings Personal Finance Portfolio Financial Focus Coaching Program   If you've been trying to stay consistent with your money but keep falling off, this episode is your reminder that you don't need to try harder…you need a routine that supports you. If you're ready to build a money routine that fits your life and helps you stay on track, you can book a free clarity call at citygirlsavings.com. You are capable of managing your money in a way that feels consistent, calm, and aligned with the life you want to live. Strong routines create lasting confidence. Keep building with intention.

Author Rachel Reid (Heated Rivalry) joins Nicole to chat about the wild, viral success of her steamy queer romance novels and the hit TV adaptation. She shares how she met her husband while performing a smelly, hockey-themed burlesque act, and the dynamic that keeps their 20-year one sided open marriage working for them. She discusses the creative process behind writing explicit romance between men, and exactly why she absolutely does not want to hear your glowing reviews of her work. Plus, Rachel opens up about navigating her recent Parkinson's diagnosis.Watch this episode on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTake our listener survey and shape the future of the podcast!Support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:• FirstLeaf: Get personalized wines, delivered. Head to TryFirstleaf.com/DATEME to sign up and you'll get 50% off your first box PLUS free shipping for an entire year• Wayfair: Get prepped for patio season for way less. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.Follow:All Links: linktr.ee/whywontyoudatemeTour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenYouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerThis is a Headgum podcast. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Comedian and actor Beck Bennett (SNL, What's Our Podcast?) joins Nicole to talk about meeting his wife on a sketch shoot and how his wallet-less first date turned into a romantic, fart-filled sleepover. Beck opens up about surviving long-distance dating while shooting SNL, why he believes "love is trust," and the Joshua Tree engagement trip that ended with them sleeping in separate twin beds. He shares the creative ways he jerked off as a kid (including using a Sock'em Bopper and a vibrating pen), and Nicole admits to stealing her first vibrator from Spencer's Gifts.Watch this episode on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTake our listener survey and shape the future of the podcast!Support this podcast and get discounts by checking out our sponsors:• Jones Road Beauty: Use code DATEME at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad • Warby Parker: My listeners can buy one prescription pair and get 20% off additional pairs at WarbyParker.com/DATEME — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad• Squarespace: Head to squarespace.com/DATEME to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code DATEME.Follow:All Links: linktr.ee/whywontyoudatemeTour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenYouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerThis is a Headgum podcast. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Voice actress Sarah Natochenny (Pokémon) joins Nicole for a chat about how voicing Ash Ketchum inspired her to become the adventurous protagonist of her own life. Sarah shares her method for vetting a first date, why she has absolutely zero tolerance for men who neg her, and why animal companions (like her cat, Pikachu) will always be better than a boyfriend. Plus, the gals discuss Cher's wild 40-year age gap relationship, share tips for traveling solo as a single woman, and Nicole recounts a horrifying road rage incident that still haunts her.Watch this episode on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTake our listener survey and shape the future of the podcast!Support this podcast and get discounts by checking out our sponsors:• Jones Road Beauty: Use code DATEME at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad • Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/3v6r90n6 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.• BetterHelp: This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/dateme today to get 10% off your first month.• Quince: Head to quince.com/dateme for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Follow:All Links: linktr.ee/whywontyoudatemeTour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenYouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerThis is a Headgum podcast. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.