Best Date Night With Jake Podcasts (2025)

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There's a Better Way for Couples to Talk About Money 42:47

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3h ago42:47

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According to Ramit Sethi, a personal finance author and coach, a lot of couples get stuck bickering about everyday purchases. If you’re hung up on what’s in the cart at Target, or who’s buying too many iced teas on the way to work, Sethi says you’re missing the bigger picture, and a chance to live what he calls a truly “rich life” together. Sethi i…

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The Game-Changing Gift Evree Spouse Will Love with Founders Justin and Natalie 25:22

1d ago25:22

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A great massage shouldn’t end with a mad dash to the shower. This week, I'm talking with Justin and Natalie Weeks, the creators of Evree, to share how a single sticky night pushed them into a six-year journey across labs, ingredients, and countless iterations to build a truly different kind of product: a natural massage cream that melts at body tem…

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Improv, Modern Gay Life & Hey Big Guy: Jake Cornell 40:02

2d ago40:02

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In this episode, we sit down with comedian and writer Jake Cornell, the quick-witted mind behind Hey Big Guy and one of the most refreshing queer voices in comedy today. From coming out at 16 to finding his community later in life, Jake opens up about identity, shame, body image, dating, and the hilarious chaos of gay adulthood. We dive deep into w…

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Ghostly Mold 25:01

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I bet your expecting a strange tale about mold that has become an apparition. Sorry this week the podcast is about ghostly sightings in and around the town of Mold in North Wales. A replacement to the usually have a go at something new, as I have been ill with COVID all week and not been well enough to interview the person that I had in mind so tha…

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On Our Third Date, I Asked for a Joint Bank Account 45:54

7d ago45:54

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Janene Lin loathed the moment when the dinner bill would hit the table. When her date would pay, she felt like her love was for sale. Splitting the bill felt like no one had anything at stake. Most of the time, she would pay the bill herself, but that left her feeling uncared-for. So Janene prepared a pitch: On her next date, her third with a man n…

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Finding Wisdom In The Wound with Tony Miltenberger 34:37

7d ago34:37

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We explore how prolonged stress can turn small cracks into deep canyons and how couples can explore those canyons together with empathy, curiosity, and clear practices. Tony shares tools for moving from emotional reactions to intentional responses and offers a hopeful path to deeper intimacy. • defining prolonged stress and why it magnifies small i…

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Femininity, Grief & Re-Defining Sexuality: Alexis & Liam 1:04:20

9d ago1:04:20

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In this episode, we sit down with married couple Alexis & Liam, whose relationship has existed across identities, labels and multiple “coming outs.” Alexis shares her true timeline: first identifying as straight, then gay, then trans, then returning to gay, then finally stepping into womanhood again, this time for herself, not to make the world mor…

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Bonfire Night Killer 14:39

11d ago14:39

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As we are quite close to Bonfire Night I am reminding everyone of a couple of unsolved murders that occurred on Bonfire Night. Firstly I tell the story of Michaela Hague who was killed on Bonfire Night in November 2001. Then I have a look at a couple who were shot dead at their garage. If you have any information on any of these then please contact…

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The Love Poem Andrea Gibson Wrote for Their Widow...and for You 55:32

14d ago55:32

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Andrea Gibson was the poet laureate of Colorado and a giant of the spoken word poetry scene. This past July, Gibson died of ovarian cancer, leaving behind their devoted fans, friends, family and longtime partner, the poet Megan Falley. For the last year of Gibson’s life, a film crew followed Andrea and Megan as they navigated countless treatments a…

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Faith, Drag & Religious Books | Jeza Belle 1:00:33

16d ago1:00:33

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In this episode, we sit down with Jeza Belle: drag queen, author, comedian and the first drag queen in history to publish a Christian devotional, for one of the most surprising, thoughtful and moving conversations. ✨ We talk queer spirituality, reconciling religion and sexuality, grace, and why faith doesn’t belong to bigots. Jeza opens up about gr…

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Chester Ghost Tour 19:57

18d ago19:57

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As this weeks podcast is the day after Halloween, its a ghostly topic, its about Chester Ghosts, Chester being the most haunted city in the UK per square foot. The tour is really interesting Mr Bumble and I headed off on it and its great value at £10 per person. Have a listen to the podcast to hear about some of Chester's most famous ghosts, one of…

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W.N.B.A. Star Natasha Cloud Doesn’t Play When It Comes to Love 38:29

21d ago38:29

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Natasha Cloud is a powerhouse. The New York Liberty point guard seems to have it all: a successful W.N.B.A. career, fierce confidence and a loving relationship with her girlfriend and teammate, Isabelle Harrison. On and off the court, Cloud radiates self-assurance and seems to know exactly who she is, but that sense of self was hard-won. In a conve…

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How to Create More Intimacy Through Communication with Nick and Amy McKinlay 35:45

22d ago35:45

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Today, we're talking about how Christian couples can build deeper intimacy by turning awkward silence into simple, safe conversations. Nick and Amy McKinlay of Ultimate Intimacy share research-backed prompts, healthy masculinity traits, and ways to navigate power dynamics when desire is mismatched. • why communication is the core of sexual intimacy…

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I Kissed a Girl, Owning “Lesbian” & Toxic Labels: Georgia Robert 47:12

23d ago47:12

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In this episode, we sit down with Georgia Robert, a standout from I Kissed a Girl Season 1 and semi-pro footballer for a raw, funny and unexpectedly emotional conversation about identity, labels, sport and self-acceptance. 🌈 We get into why the word lesbian felt impossible to say, how school culture shaped shame, and why doing the show flipped ever…

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Monthly News Rant October 21:21

25d ago21:21

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There is no need to listen to the depressing news, instead just have a listen to my Monthly news rant where I cover a few things that have annoyed me this month.By Catherine Lorimer

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The Woman Who Can Make Affairs Disappear 31:53

28d ago31:53

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In cities across China, there’s a special kind of consultant you can hire if you find out your spouse is cheating. They’re called “mistress dispellers,” and their job is to work their way into your spouse’s life, get close to their lover and convince the pair to break it off. When all goes according to plan, the cheaters end up believing it was the…

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A Simple Relational Skill That Makes Communication So Much Easier 12:57

29d ago12:57

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What if a single, gentle question could turn tense moments into real connection? That’s the promise of “contracting,” a simple consent-based habit that replaces surprise talks with intentional, focused conversations. We walk through how this tiny shift—asking “Is now a good time?” and agreeing on a short window—respects attention, reduces defensive…

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Conversion Therapy, Dating & Iron Fists: Eman Akwafo 46:07

30d ago46:07

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In this episode, we sit down with actor, writer and producer Eman, whose work and lived experience confronts the intersections of queerness, faith and Black masculinity. From award-nominated stage work (For Black Boys…) to creating his upcoming play Limp Wrist & The Iron Fist, Eman shares the real story behind his art: including assault, silence, c…

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Episode 6: Marriage and Relationships—Hot Takes...Part 1 48:49

1M ago48:49

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In this episode, we’re diving into some hot takes that might ruffle a few feathers—or at least spark some good conversation. Join us as we unpack our real, unfiltered opinions on everything from homeschooling to married life dynamics. We kick things off by sharing our recent journey into homeschooling—what led us there, what surprised us, and why i…

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Rowton Moor Ghosts 13:40

1M ago13:40

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This week I look at Ghosts of Rowton Moor, what sightings and actual evidence is there that there are any ghosts there.By Catherine Lorimer

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Malala Thought She’d Never Fall in Love 55:53

1M ago55:53

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When she was 15 years old, Malala Yousafzai was shot by the Taliban, targeted for saying that young women should have the right to an education. By the time she woke from the ensuing coma, the world had already cast her in the role of fearless activist. In the years that followed, she embraced the part, starting the Malala Fund and traveling the gl…

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Shoveling Sh*t Together: How Kass and Mike Built Companies, Raised Kids, and Kept Their Marriage Intact 34:29

1M ago34:29

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What if the real love story isn’t candlelight and grand gestures, but calendars, clarity, and courage under pressure? I sit down with Kass and Mike Lazerow—longtime partners in life and business—to unpack how they navigated Web 1.0 startups, gut-punch setbacks, and life-changing, $345 million-dollar exits while raising three kids and staying on the…

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Being invisible, Ghana & Boycotting: Two Twos 51:12

1M ago51:12

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In this episode, we sit down with award-winning podcasters and community icons Nana and Ro, the duo behind Two Twos Podcast, a space that redefined what it means to be Black, British, and queer. 🌈 From humble YouTube beginnings to shaping conversations around identity, masculinity, and representation, the pair open up about five years of laughter, …

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Have a go at something new: Golf 26:11

1M ago26:11

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This year I have seen a drive to get women into golf with various offers being advertised. I thought that golf was an expensive hobby and not really accessible to everyone. However that is not actually the case, have a listen to this weeks podcast to find out how to get started and which club you need. Have a look at my social media this week as we…

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Tessa Thompson on Finding What You Want (What You Really, Really Want) 39:50

1M ago39:50

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Tessa Thompson’s latest role is an infamously chaotic one: Hedda Gabler. Adapted from the classic play by Henrik Ibsen, “Hedda,” in select theaters Oct. 22, casts Thompson as a 1950s housewife who feels snubbed by an old lover and stifled in a new marriage. For Hedda, the only exit strategy is to punish those who have hurt her and then destroy hers…

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Marriage is the Ultimate Team Sport: How to Create a Winning Team 18:57

1M ago18:57

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By Monica Tanner - Marriage and Intimacy Coach for Christian Couples

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Culture, Top Surgery & Egypt: Nxdia 1:10:21

1M ago1:10:21

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In this episode, we sit down with artist Nxdia, who opens up about growing up between Cairo and Manchester, navigating identity, and creating music that captures the complexity of queerness, culture, and self-expression. From journaling teenage crushes that inspired viral tracks to processing faith, gender, and belonging, Nxdia shares the stories b…

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I am the girl from the subway - James Blunts Muse 24:27

1M ago24:27

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After all these years of staying silent, its time to admit the truth, it's me, I am the girl from the subway and this is my story about how I worked out for certain that it was me. But its not just the one song that is about me, there are also quite a few others. Its also a thank you to James for writing some lovely songs and I am happy that I was …

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Cold Case: Disappearance and Murder of Melanie Hall 29:07

2M ago29:07

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This week the cold case that I am looking at is the disappearance and murder of Melanie Hall. Melanie was someone's daughter, sister, friend and the person that ended her life and discarded her like a piece of rubbish is still out there, so please anyone that knows or suspects anything, please get in touch with Crimewatch 0800 555 111.…

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For Her 70th Birthday, She Hired an Escort 36:54

2M ago36:54

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Gail Rice, a writer and a therapist, was approaching her 70th birthday. She had given up on dating apps and hadn’t had a romantic connection with anyone in years. But for her 70th, she wanted a very specific birthday present: an orgasm. So Rice decided to hire an escort. In this episode, she describes what went right, what went wrong and what she’s…

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Debunking Bad Marriage Advice with My Son and Daughter-In-Law Jake and Livvy 32:59

2M ago32:59

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Today's interview is with my oldest son, Jake and his new wife, Livvy to chat about the new book I wrote for them and unpack five of the most common myths that sabotage new marriages and trade them for simple habits that build trust, respect and joy. Thinks we talk about in the episode are: • faith first, spouse second as good advice from Livvy's D…

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Autism, Masculinity & Soulla: Alex Theo 53:55

2M ago53:55

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In this episode, Alex opens up about his journey growing up as a Greek Cypriot lad from North London, navigating queerness, comedy, drag, and autism. He shares how his alter-ego “Soulla” was inspired by his mum and supported by his grandma, the struggles and acceptance he’s faced within his Cypriot community, and the powerful messages audiences hav…

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Monthly News Roundup Rant - September 25 25:14

2M ago25:14

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The news can be a bit depressing and events happening around the world can get you down. So I have done a quick round up of events this month, hopefully some of it is humours but I also cover the serious stuff as well. So if you don't like watching the news, have a listen to this to find out what is going on.…

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How an Off-Script Moment Changed Jay Duplass’s Life 42:32

2M ago42:32

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Jay Duplass knows the power of improvisation. Many years ago, an unscripted, cliffside interaction changed his life, helping to set in motion the events that would lead to his new movie, “The Baltimorons.” The film features a newly sober comedian and a workaholic dentist who meet on Christmas Eve during an emergency dental procedure. What follows i…

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Debunking Sex Myths in Marriage 14:34

2M ago14:34

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Bad sexual advice is one of the top reasons couples struggle early in marriage, often because most grow up with distorted expectations about what a healthy sex life looks like. • Sex advice is usually messed up because the topic is taboo in most families • Most couples start marriage with distorted expectations about their sex life • "A Good Wife K…

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Attitude Magazine, Real Bodies & Asylum Seekers 33:54

2M ago33:54

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In this solo episode, after being featured in Attitude Magazine, we talk about body image, insecurities, race, hair, weight, and what it’s taken for us to finally love ourselves in a queer community that doesn’t always make that easy. We share the behind-the-scenes of our photoshoot with Gomez, the nerves of stripping down, and the hilarious (and a…

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Ghost Hunt: Denbigh Castle and The White Lady of Prestatyn 19:34

2M ago19:34

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The first of my new format podcasts, this week I have been ghost hunting at Denbigh Castle and then looking for the White Lady of Prestatyn, where there have been a lot of sightings of her so if you are looking for some evidence of paranormal activity then this is the place to start. I was a bit too scared to go at night have a listen to find out w…

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You Think You Know Elizabeth Gilbert. You Don’t. 53:43

2M ago53:43

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When her wildly popular memoir “Eat Pray Love” came out in 2006, Elizabeth Gilbert suddenly found herself touted as an expert on self fulfillment, spirituality and love. Readers might assume that Gilbert had vanquished her demons as she settled into a life of fame and marriage to the man she fell in love with at the end of the book. But her struggl…

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Detoxing from Bad Marriage Advice 12:10

2M ago12:10

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A marriage advice detox can transform your relationship by eliminating harmful myths and replacing them with practical communication skills. Bad marriage advice like "never go to bed angry" or "happy wife, happy life" often sounds good but leads to frustration and resentment when applied to real relationships. • Identify the marriage beliefs and ad…

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Episode 5: Late Night Thoughts on a Broken World 50:16

2M ago50:16

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In this late-night episode, we've taken a less formal, more off-the-cuff approach — just Britt and I in conversation, reflecting in real time quite literally in our bed. We open up about the rising tensions we’re seeing in our country — from the recent assassination surrounding Charlie Kirk, a targeted political killing seeking to silence the voice…

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Gay Culture, Stepbrother Fantasies & Comedy Gold: Jake Jonez 1:01:33

2M ago1:01:33

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In this episode, we’re joined by Jake Jonez: the unapologetic artist, comedian, and rising pop provocateur shaking up queer culture. From small-town Georgia to viral TikTok skits and bold music videos, Jake’s story is one of defiance, humour and hard-earned self-expression. We dive into growing up gay in the South, channeling anger into art, and wh…

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Have a go at Something Different - Netball 26:06

2M ago26:06

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If you do what you always do, you will get what you always get. So if you want to change and grow, then you have to embrace change, push yourself out of your comfort zone and do something different. This month for me its Netball, find out what I got up to and how it all went.By Catherine Lorimer

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Why I Always Dreamed of Being a Sister Wife 48:33

2M ago48:33

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Christine Woolley always knew she wanted to be in a plural marriage. She grew up in a fundamentalist Mormon community, loved having two moms and several grandmothers, and wanted to raise her own children in that environment. As an adult, and after Woolley married a man with two other wives, her family decided to share their lives on the TLC show “S…

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Moving From Approval to True Intimacy in Marriage with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife 42:17

2M ago42:17

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Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife explores how moving beyond validation-seeking creates deeper, more authentic intimate connections in marriage, explaining that true intimacy requires embracing differences rather than demanding constant agreement. • Distinguishing between validation and true intimacy in relationships • Understanding the three unhealthy r…

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Episode 4: Generational Gaps and Growing Up Differently 1:08:28

2M ago1:08:28

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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating differences—and surprising similarities—between Gen Z and Millennials when it comes to growing up, chasing dreams, and navigating adulthood. We sit down with Britt's 23-year-old cousin, Amber, (Gen Z) for a real, unfiltered conversation about how each generation views success, career goals, social media…

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Celebrity Hairstyling, The Met Gala & Latino Representation: Cesar Delon Ramirez 49:20

2M ago49:20

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In this episode, Cesar DeLeon Ramirez shares his journey from growing up in a Puerto Rican household and spending his weekends in a hair salon, to becoming one of the most in-demand celebrity hairstylists in the world. He reflects on the fearless ambition that led him from assisting in New York salons to his first big break with Cassie, preparing f…

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Cold Cases: Murder at Pinky's Chester,1991 & Murder in Moscow, East Ayrshire,1884 25:54

2M ago25:54

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Welcome to the first in a new format of Podcast Topics, I will be looking at different Cold Cases each month. Living in Chester in 1991 when this Murder happened I remember it being the talk of the town. Its still unsolved so please have a listen to it to see if anything triggers a memory or if you suspected someone at the time, but they are no lon…

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Episode 3: Homesteading—Part 1 53:28

3M ago53:28

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In this episode, we’re discussing our journey into homesteading — the good, the messy, the stings, and the sweet honey in between. What started as a simple idea turned into a life-changing shift as we traded convenience for connection, and chaos for something closer to nature (though let’s be honest, there’s still plenty of chaos — just the feather…

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E. Jean Carroll’s Vibrant Sex Life Ended 30 Years Ago. She Wants It Back. 31:52

3M ago31:52

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When the writer E. Jean Carroll accused President Trump of sexual assault in 2019, she unearthed a memory she had pushed away for decades. She also admitted, for the first time, something she hadn’t fully reckoned with: She hadn’t had sex since. In this episode, Carroll tells Anna Martin what it was like for her to go from “man crazy” to someone wh…

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Incompatibility is the Leading Cause of Divorce AND It's a Myth 13:59

3M ago13:59

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Conflict and differences in marriage don't mean you married the wrong person; they simply mean you're two human beings from different backgrounds working together to build a life. Statistics show "incompatibility" is the leading cause of divorce, but what couples often interpret as irreconcilable differences are actually normal variations in perspe…