Best Rach And Jess Podcasts (2025)

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Pun Intended! (The Jungle Cruise Ride) 50:45

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Send us a text All aboard! This week we are exploring an original opening day ride at both Disneyland and Disneyworl, Jungle Cruise. Join us, as we talk about the inspiration, history and development of this nostalgic ride as well as the improvements (including the puns) to make this ride an all time classic! This week's themed libations (find full…

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Around The World: Part 1 (Canada and United Kingdom Pavilions) 54:19

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Send us a text This week we are starting our "Around the World" Episode series! We will be exploring two countries in each episode from the World Showcase at EPCOT, starting with Canada and United Kingdom. While it may be a controversial way to start the trip around the world, listen in to hear about the history, attractions, foods, shops and magic…

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It Went Off Without A Hitch... Or Did It? (Opening day at Disneyland) 51:28

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Send us a text In honor of Disneyland's 70th anniversary, this week we are discussing the ups and downs of opening day at Disneyland! Opened on July 17th, 1955, Disneyland's inauguration wasn't without unique challenges. Listen in as we discuss some of the iconic rides, events and characters that remain beloved amongst Disney fans from opening day,…

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I need a Beacon: Part 2 (Tower of Terror) 50:33

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Send us a text This week, we wrap up with exploring updates and the different iterations of the tower of terror. We discuss the differences and similarities of the ride in the international parks and the inspiration for Harrison Hightower from the SEA, a prominent figure in the Tokyo version of this ride. This weeks themed libations (see full recip…

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I Need a Beacon: Part 1 (Tower of Terror) 54:31

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Send us a text This week we start a two part episode discussing the development, storyline and mechanics of the Tower of Terror. Opening in 1994 in Orlando, Tower of Terror was the first Disney ride to inspire a film, and terror in the hearts of ride enthusiasts! Listen in for more fun info about the Tower of Terror! Find the recipes for this week'…

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Okapi, Rhinos and Hippos Oh My! (Kilimanjaro Safari) 49:32

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Send us a text This week, we are delving into the development and experience of the Kilimanjaro Safari ride at Animal Kingdom, DisneyWorld. As an opening day attraction for Animal Kingdom, it is the largest ride at DisneyWorld. Explore the various animals seen on this ride, past storylines and side attractions incorporated on the Kilimanjaro Safari…

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Move Along People (People Mover) 51:51

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Send us a text This week we are deep diving into one of the most underrated gems of Tomorrowland, the People Mover! Join us as we discuss the development of this ride from the creation of its predecessor at the 1964 World's Fair to modern day adaptations and current iteration in DisneyWorld. Drinks of the week (find the recipes on our instagram @Ma…

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Welcome to the SEA (Part 2): ...Leave a Little Stranger! 53:28

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Send us a text Join us for part 2 of our deep dive into the Society of Explorers and Adventures (SEA). This week we discuss the individual members of the SEA, their contributions, adventures and arguably dubious artifact collection methods. We discuss how the individual characters provide bridges to different Disney destinations, films and franchis…

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Welcome to the SEA (Part 1): Come a Stranger... 34:43

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Send us a text Kungaloosh! This week, we explore the origin and ongoing development of Disney's not-so-secret, secret society, the Society of Explorers and Adventurers (SEA). Join us as we discuss how the SEA branches and ties together Disney parks, experiences, attractions and even films! This week's libations are themed to the SEA (Follow us on i…

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This Ride Is Wild: Part 2 (Big Thunder Mountain) 42:55

2M ago42:55

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Send us a text Join us for the second part of our deep dive into Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. This week, we discuss the lore around the infamous Barnabas T. Bullion, the expansion of the ride to international parks with magic updates and an interesting medical study involving BTM. To find out more, just listen in! Check out recipes for this week'…

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This Ride Is Wild: Part 1 (Big Thunder Mountain) 47:23

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Send us a text Join us this week as we talk about the "wildest ride in the wilderness": Big Thunder Mountain! In part one of this episode, we are diving deep into the previous versions and evolution of the beloved Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Disney recently made a big announcement that we discuss at the beginning of the episode. So hold on to yo…

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It's a Great Ride (Great Movie Ride) 1:05:45

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Send us a text This week we are deep diving into the now defunct ride, Great Movie Ride at Hollywood Studios. One of the original opening day rides for then MGM studios, Great Movie Ride closed in 2017 and is now the stuff of myth and legend. Listen along as we explore the evolution of this ride, the various scenes displayed and the magic touches t…

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Explorin' Soarin' 57:39

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Send us a text Welcome to the inaugural episode of Mama Needs More Disney with Rach and Jess! We're bringing you a weekly, deep dive into Disney rides, attractions, themes, food and all things mouse. Our first episode we are kicking off by exploring Soarin' Around the World. We're discussing the ride's creation, evolution and dispense a few hot tip…

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Knockin' Boots in the Morning - A Lil Q&A 1:15:42

1+ y ago1:15:42

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Could it be? Really? Two episodes in a ROW?? Your eyes and ears do not deceive you friends, we are so excited to welcome you back to another eppy of the FB&W podcast! Rach tells a tale of Josh and his baby-proofing, as well as his offensive, cringe t-shirts that he believes are satire. The girls get into how the past 7 months affected their friends…

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Post... Traumatic Stress - The Catch-Up Episode! 1:32:59

1+ y ago1:32:59

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I hope you guys are ready to buckle in and get down to the nitty gritty of where in the hell Jess and Rach have been for the last 7 months. The girls start off with some light banter, but pretty quickly get into the heaviest meat we've ever served... Jess's telling of what she went through last year, and the journey of grief that she's been navigat…

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He McQueens Me - Elsie's Birth Story! 1:16:35

2+ y ago1:16:35

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Rach, Josh, and Elsie are live in their living room to tell the tale of Elsie's birth and the 3 weeks that have followed. Keep your ears out for sweet baby coos throughout the episode, they are quite the treat! Rach starts off with a top TOTD, Josh gives his theory on breastmilk science, and they get into the ins and outs of the black hole they've …

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Pasta De La Crotch- Catch Up with Jess + Joe 1:05:16

2+ y ago1:05:16

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YO YO YO we are back with Jess and Joe! It's been a minute since we've heard from Dr. Rubenski and his client, but they are back and answering your questions. They start us off with a mental health check and talk about their transition into suburbia life. Joe had an interesting run in with the neighbors and the McAleese's made their mark on the nei…

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It Will Be What It Is - Birth and Motherhood with Meredith! 1:20:52

2+ y ago1:20:52

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Hello hello podcast fam! Rach starts off with a quick update for all of you before we get into the pre-recorded part 2 episode with Meredith. All is well, but Elsie has not made her appearance yet, so just ignore all the references in this episode to Rachel having given birth. Okay? We are hoping our girl makes her way into this world within the ne…

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Ghost Grandma - OUR 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY! 1:16:26

2+ y ago1:16:26

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The gals start off strong with morning fart talks and a run-in with the paranormal. Rach tells the tale of Josh's most recent anxiety meltdown due to a creepy clay figurine she was gifted by her dad. (Shout out PuebloDirect.com) Rach has a couple of close labor calls but alas - Elsie is still firmly planted in her uterus (39 weeks and counting baby…

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Guns, Mayo, and Anxiety - A Big Catch Up! 1:10:11

2+ y ago1:10:11

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Everyone's favorite is back from her battical- pt. 2! And the girls are LIVE from Jess's NEW house! Rach is 38 weeks pregnant and FEELING IT and has been sipping a little bit of the hippy-dippy Kool-aid. Jess gets real with the pod and shares some of where she's at and where she's been for the past several months. We truly couldn't be happier to ha…

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Some Type of Webbing - Q&A With The Newlyweds 1:11:28

2+ y ago1:11:28

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The soon-to-be parents take over the mic this week to go over all your burning questions before baby Elsie gets here! Josh fills everyone in on some recent test results and health anxieties. Rach tells an embarrassing story from a run-in with a past teacher. Josh celebrates his 30th birthday and Rachel gives her two cents on curing climate change. …

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The Tales of Frank and Dave - Adult Friendships with Meredith! 1:15:42

2+ y ago1:15:42

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Jess is moving (and slowly losing her mind) so longtime listener, first time guest, MEREDITH, graces the pod with her presence this week! Meredith is Rach's best friend of the past 15 years, and the girls take everyone down memory lane from their church camp days to present. The episode hits the ground running because we've got a LOT to catch you g…

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2 Girls, 1 Mic - The New Years Episode! 57:17

2+ y ago57:17

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The girls huddle up realllll close this episode in order to work around yet another technical difficulty! 2023 is the year of CHANGE. Jess got the keys to her new house, Rach has a run-in with "free-will", and the girls bond over their individual neighborhoods character. What is life without a few gunshots and SWAT team raids?? Jess jumps into a re…

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Full Bush Out - The Christmas Episode! 1:04:56

2+ y ago1:04:56

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Happy Honda Days and Merry Toyotathon to all! We hope all our pod friends had a better holidays than we did. Also heads up for some slight mic malfunctions throughout this episode... 2022 Year Of Bullshit is really putting us through the ringer. Rach tells the (very long) story of her adventure of getting her car totaled on Christmas Eve and being …

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Rach's Birthday Episode Surprise 1:24:00

2+ y ago1:24:00

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Welcome to a sneaky surprise episode in honor of Rach's 29th birthday! The girls kick off with some New Girl banter (TWENNY-NINE), Rachel share's her father's age once again, and Jess tells a haunting story from her dog, Pickle. The winter's load is about to arrive and the Rosche-Pridemore is getting prepared. Jess has a chronic case of itchy leg s…

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It Was A Battical - November Recap 1:18:46

2+ y ago1:18:46

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JESS IS BACK BABY! The girls are LIVE from Elsie's nursery, and start off hot with some pregnancy updates. Head to the YouTube if you want Rach's 30 week bump date! Jess is settling into a new reality, and although she isn't ready to share all that's she's been going through the past 2 months, she does share some really exciting and fun updates for…

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Schmip Schmackers at the Schmexas Schmodehouse - October Recap with Jeri! 1:14:01

2+ y ago1:14:01

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Surprise! Jeri from Ladies and Tangents is back to play the catch-up game with Rach while Jess is away! The girls start off strong with dog middle names and some cat talk. Did Jeri almost die due to dander over exposure while at Rach's house? Maybe. The girls chat about hair trends of the early 2000's and embarrassing moments with their grandmother…

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Don't Give Me A Clit-che- Codependent No More with Jess & Rach 1:00:52

3y ago1:00:52

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Miss us?! As promised, we are back at it again with your monthly FB+W content. Jess and Rach are coming at ya live from Jess's house with some Olive and Pickle interruptions. The girls catch up on some life stuff. Rach has some anxiety about a dog trainer coming to her house to observe her dogs in their element. Jess and Joe are don't sleep in the …

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Social Kush - August Recap 1:07:43

3y ago1:07:43

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No matter how many times Rachel calls this the July recap - ignore her, it's the August recap. The pregnancy brain is very real. The girls start off with some menzies talk and some fall reflections. Did anyone else's college year fall seasons just hit different? Safe to say we are ready for a drop in temps and some of our favorite fall treats. Rach…

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Flat as a Discus- Rach's Wedding Recap 1:17:16

3y ago1:17:16

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CW: Pregnancy, Pregnancy Loss (1:50-13:44) WELCOME BACK. It feels so good to be back on the pod! As promised, the girls are back with their monthly episode! As most of you know, Rach + Josh's wedding happened earlier this month so the girls will you a FULL RECAP of the wedding from their different POVs. It was the first time they've seen each other…

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It's A Gamble Babe- Q + A with Jess and Rach 1:02:54

3y ago1:02:54

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That's a wrap on SZN 2 baby! At the beginning of SZN 2/Episode 34, Jess and Rach catch up on their weekends per usual. Jess endured the 2022 Cartellone Camping Co-Op and made it out alive. Rach has an interesting wedding dress story that she shares with Jess. The girls also give you their review on Drake's newest album, Honestly Nevermind. The meat…

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The Trish Edish - Coming Out + Allyship With Therapist Trisha Zivkovic 1:14:19

3y ago1:14:19

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Everyone give a big warm welcome to our girl TRISH. This episode starts off with a lot of animal talk. Rach brings her dogs to a photo sesh and it all goes terribly wrong, and Jess's dogs collab on a murder. Two words- rodent juice. And the Rosche-Pridemore fam officially has a new member, Queen Queenie! It's 3 weeks until Rach's wedding so things …

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Buzz Killington- Top Pieces of Wedding Planing Advice Part 2 56:00

3y ago56:00

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WELCOME BACK to another episode where Jess and Rach talk wedding stuff! Rach starts us off telling us a story of how a troubled adult approached her and asked her out. Wait till you hear this pick up line, low key cringe. Jess and Rach catch up and set the record straight about how they use comedic relief in their job and in no way are ungrateful o…

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Rach Is Not A Jokester - Reading Your Deal Breakers 1:08:30

3y ago1:08:30

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HAPPY MOTHER EFFING PRIDE MONTH Y'ALL. This ep starts out with some Facebook Marketplace (aka FBM) banter. Who else loves the thrill of finding and scoring a deal? Or is it just the Midwest in us? Jess gets a serious case of period mouth, so apologies in advance. Joe gave Jess a serious ick while riding a scooter, and Rach can relate with some rece…

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Hit Me On My Burner- The Best and Worst Parts of Social Media 1:14:53

3y ago1:14:53

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Come one, come all to another episode of FB+W podcast with your girls Jess and Rach. The girls have come to the conclusion that 2022 is the year of BS. Can anyone else relate? Jess and Rach both shot weddings this weekend and have some tales to share. From a close bathroom call to serious wardrobe discussion. Jess tells us about how she truly feels…

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Your Crotches Are Touching - Navigating Wedding Planning With Parents 1:10:44

3y ago1:10:44

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Welcome welcome! Buckle in for some big time banter for the intro of this eppy. Rach brings up one of her most toxic traits and talks a little about wedding budgeting... Jess tells us all about the super flower blood moon and she drops some serious urination tips and tricks. Jess reads a 'something good' DM from one of our listeners and we are trul…

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It's Hard Out Here For A Shrimp- Tell Me Something Good 1:06:44

3y ago1:06:44

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YO! Welcome back to another eppy of FB+W. The girls waste no time jumping into some of their recent icks and catching each other up on life. Jess tells us a story how Joe embarrassed her the other night and then there is some awkward hemorrhoid banter. IYKYK. The girls were feeling a little down and asked for your submissions to "Tell Us Something …

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Mom, What The Hell Is A Fallopian Tube? - Pregnancy and Loss with Mads 1:25:52

3y ago1:25:52

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CW: Pregnancy loss, miscarriage, abortion, grief Jess and Rach are back together and they brought the 3rd member of TTP, Madison freaking Sharp. Mads hydrates from an interesting vessel, Jess talks about her droopy butt, and the girls get in a heated cottage cheese debate. Just a heads up that there were some major technical difficulties this episo…

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Ferocious Pinecones- High To The Air with Meg and Abbey 1:12:26

3y ago1:12:26

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Welcome back to another episode with surprise guests! We have Jess's friend's Meg and Abbey on the pod this week. They all worked together at an Autism School together and boy do they have stories to tell. From getting the shit kicked out of them and a student running away in a wet suit. They gab and reminisce on old times working together, but als…

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Industrial Strength - The Ultimatum Recap 59:53

3+ y ago59:53

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It's safe to say the girls newest hyper fixation is the Survivor franchise, and the episode starts out with plenty of Survivor chats. Is a Survivor podcast in our future? You tell us! It was Easter this past weekend so you already know Jess was mixin' and mixin' and mixin' that plate up at family dinner. She also breaks out a little Methodist ditty…

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RIP Eileen - First Dance Songs 1:12:43

3+ y ago1:12:43

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Your girls are BACK and the episode starts off strong with Rachel dropping a bomb on Jess. Which leads us to the question - what is the weirdest thing you've ever done for money? The girls share a lot of laughs after Rachel comes clean about how she spent her morning. Rach fills everyone in on her dress buying trip to Chicago and gives her advice a…

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Corkus Romanus- Britt and Jess's Sister Episode 1:06:35

3+ y ago1:06:35

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HEYO. Jess is in SLC, Utah so Britt is joining her on the pod this week for a trip down memory lane. Jess tells us what had her down bad this past week and got her in her feels. The girls tackle the hot take about school subjects and their respected colors which Jess feels very strongly about. For the meat of this week's episode, Jess and Britt div…

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That Good Good-Catching Up and Reading DMs 55:42

3+ y ago55:42

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HEYO. We have a fun and lighthearted episode for you this week. Jess is back from vacation and she shares some stories from the trip. Rach is heading to Chicago to go wedding dress shopping and Jess gives her some TOTD's. The meat of today's episode dives in your DMs and Jess and Rach reacting and giving some feedback. From work flings to some emba…

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The Big M - Best and Worst Marriage Advice With Rach and Josh 1:14:22

3+ y ago1:14:22

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Jess is on vacation so everyone's favorite technical recruiter is live on the pod this week! Josh and Rach start off the episode with some PIPING HOT sports talk. Rach is truly an F1 girl and was living her best life this weekend with the first Grand Prix of the season #ferrarifam!! Rach asks the King of Zeitgeist some burning questions she has abo…

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I Want To Go To Murder Island - Scam Stories 1:13:19

3+ y ago1:13:19

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Who said FB&W was a relationship only podcast!? The girls branch out a bit this episode and get into some scam stories. Before they get into that, Rach and Jess share some updates and highlights from the past week. Rach is back in the yoga game, they talk entirely too long about the new Batman movie, and they get into some recent icks from their pa…

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Tap In TTP- Dos and Don'ts for 2022 Weddings 1:03:50

3+ y ago1:03:50

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We are back in the stu! The episode starts off strong inviting you to tighten up this year with us and it's a movement called TTP. Jess and Rach do a little catch up on life until Jess and Rach reveal who they do and don't want in their smoking circle and it couldn't be MORE opposite. We love that for them. With Rach's recent engagement , we wanted…

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Cashing In The Quarterly - Proposal Stories 1:15:34

3+ y ago1:15:34

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SURPRISE! Rach and Josh got engaged! We start out the episode out with Josh on the mic to hear all about the proposal and the journey it took to get here. They are all moved into their new house, and the episode is recorded in their new living room! Rach tells a story about how she almost burnt the house down, Jess and Joe do a household project an…

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Soaking In- Rach's Return, The Ick, and Mental Health Check-Ins 58:48

3+ y ago58:48

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The duo is back together and they are clowning. Rach is back from her mental health break and the girls take the time to catch up together this episode. Rachel is finally watching Euphoria and Jess admits Harry Potter casted a spell on her? The girls also pay the riveting game of smash or pass with Disney characters that will have you never looking…

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Bro Is Taxed- Independence in Relationships with Jess and Joe 1:12:12

3+ y ago1:12:12

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YO! Jess and Joe are back and they aren't holding back. They catch us up to speed with what's been going on in their lives recently. Joe had an awkward encounter at a stop light that you don't want to miss! The listeners are introduced to Jess and Joe's third pet, Frankie Ocean. The meat of today's episode is about giving to yourself so you can giv…

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Cook It Down- Friendship in Adulthood with Kim 1:06:17

3+ y ago1:06:17

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The double jointed queen is joining us on today's episode. Kim is one of Jess's childhood besties and she starts us off with answering some questions that Jess came up with to get to know her better. Jess and Kim go down memory lane comparing their high school experiences to Euphoria. The meat of today's eppy goes a little deep talking about friend…