Category Archives: lifestyle

9. Is Life Just A Rom-Com?

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Life is full of hopeless romantics, but when does it become too unrealistic, like your favorite romantic comedy movie? In this week’s episode, Jon and Alex answer a listener’s question about her quest for love, which could potentially ruin a friendship. Additional topics include peeing in the shower, cheating being acceptable in certain cultures, and narcissistic tendencies in relationships.

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8. How We Lost Our Virginities

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Is losing your virginity as important as it seems? Jon digs deep to remember how he lost his, and Alex remembers it like it was yesterday. In this week’s episode, Jon and Alex recap their cruise adventure, followed by listener questions on In-law woes, tickle fetishes, taking your spouse’s last name, and family betrayal. Additional questions include disclosing STDs with a new partner, peeing the bed as an adult, and being a backseat driver.  

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7. Exploring Open Relationships

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Open relationships only work when everyone knows they’re in one. In this episode, Alex and Jon answer a listener’s question about dating a man in an open relationship with his wife (or so we think). Other topics they discuss include buying a house with your partner, re-prioritizing time in your relationship, and feeling unsure about having kids.

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4. Addicted To The Chase

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We want what we can’t have. Therefore, we stay addicted to the chase. Or do we? In this week’s episode, Jon and Alex answer a listener’s question regarding dating struggles, leading them to reflect back on their own days of dating! Additional questions include topics on toxic relationships, addiction, and more.

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3. How Do You Tickle Your Pickle?

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The question none of you asked for, but Jon answers- how he masturbates. A concerned listener writes in about their partner’s masturbation style, and Alex and Jon waste no time jumping into jerking, petting the kitty and slappin’ the salami (you get the point). Additional listener questions include sharing household responsibilities, pet custody, becoming a content creator, and more!

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It’s Not Goodbye, It’s See You Later

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You can’t get rid of us that easily. While this is sadly our last episode (for now), we can’t help but reflect on all of the fantastic moments this podcast has brought us! We have loved connecting with you all and hope you will continue to follow our journey on our other platforms until we return! We love you, and thank you for all the support! Visit our NEW website www.alexjon.com Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast giveittomestraightpodcast Alex IG alexandramadisonn Jon IG jbouffard2 Need advice? Submit your questions here!

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Is The Grass Always Greener?

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Do you ever feel like the life you’re living isn’t good enough? As humans, we’re constantly striving for the next best thing. We think, “if only I had a better job, lived in a different city, had a better partner,” etc. In this episode, Jon and Alex talk about why the grass isn’t always necessarily greener on the other side and how to appreciate the life you’re living!

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No Regrets feat. Jons Dad

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No ragrets, not even a single letter. Life is a rollercoaster! While there are many ups and downs, it ultimately sculpts us into who we are. But can you still have regrets? In this episode, Jon and Alex speak with a super special guest, Jon’s Dad! They talk about life lessons, what makes Jon who he is, and why he has no “ragrets” Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast giveittomestraightpodcast Alex IG alexandramadisonn Jon IG jbouffard2 Need advice? Email us! hello@giveittomestraightpodcast.com

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What Is Weaponized Incompetence?

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Does your partner complain about unloading the dishwasher because they “don’t know where things go?” or maybe they don’t do the laundry because they don’t know the “right” way to do it. This behavior is called “weaponized incompetence,” a common form of gaslighting or manipulation. In this episode, Jon and Alex discuss the signs of weaponized incompetence in relationships and how you can address it with your partner!

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How To Refresh Your Life

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“New Year, New Me!” We’ve all said that phrase, heard that phrase, or at least seen it written as a caption on an Instagram post. Instead of a resolution, many of us simply want a fresh start! But what are we actually doing to refresh ourselves in the New Year? In this episode, Alex and Jon give tips and tangible tools that you can use to start with a clean slate today!

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