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Can Men And Women Be “Just Friends”?

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People continue to disagree on this controversial topic, “can men and women just be friends”? Hundreds of romantic comedies address this question based on heterosexual relationships because it is all too common! In this episode, Alex and Jon talk about setting boundaries, what is considered crossing a line, and the age-old question, can you JUST be friends?!

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Pet Peeves In Your Relationship

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No matter how much you love your partner, there’s bound to be something they do that will annoy you. Every relationship is filled with habits and annoyances that can crawl under your skin, but is it a deal-breaker? In today’s episode, Alex and Jon talk about pet peeves in relationships! Is it just a pet peeve? Or is it a problem that needs to be addressed?

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Celebrating Our Differences feat. Joseph Aguila

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In a world where you constantly feel like you’re being judged, it can be difficult to show parts of you that are different than what’s considered “normal.” In today’s episode, Jon and Alex talk to author Joseph Aguila about being a parent, teacher, and the inspiration behind his new children’s book, Lumpia For Lunch! His book sheds light on cultural traditions and the importance of celebrating where you came from! Follow Joe Here! Buy his book Here! 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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Improve Your Mood Before You Ruin Your Day

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Did you wake up on the wrong side of the bed? Sometimes we have bad mornings, and other times those bad mornings turn into bad days. Instead of just letting the little things go, you let it eat you up inside and ruin (what could have been) a perfect day! In this episode, Jon and Alex talk about how to stop being a moody b before wasting your day away.

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Changing Your Mindset Around Fitness and Nutrition feat. Jenna Altman

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6-pack abs might be made in the kitchen, but it all starts with a healthy mindset! In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss all things health and wellness with their guest, Jenna Altman! Jenna shares her knowledge and expertise on how mental health plays a huge role towards a lifestyle change in exercise and nutrition. You can find Jenna on Instagram 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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Time To Take A Break

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Burnout is REAL! But before you get to the point of a mental breakdown, do yourself a favor and take a break. In this episode, Alex and Jon talk about why breaks are important and what you can learn from them! Whether it’s from work or a relationship, everyone needs time to step back and focus on themselves.

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The Importance Of Letting Go

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Are you holding onto something that is causing you stress? Things happen in life that are out of our control, but as Queen Elsa says, “LET IT GO!”. In this episode,  Jon and Alex talk about the importance of letting go of feelings, relationships, and stressors that have been holding you back.

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Maintaining Your Individuality In A Relationship feat. Katie Maloney and Tom Schwartz

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You’ve finally met someone you love, and you do everything together! It’s completely normal to want to spend almost 100% of your time with someone when you’re in the honeymoon stage. But what about after that? In this episode, Jon and Alex talk with their guests, Katie and Tom from Vanderpump Rules, about long-term love, keeping the flame alive, and off-screen relationships. Listen to Katie’s podcast here! And find them on Instagram here! Katies IG,  Toms IG

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36. Expect The Unexpected

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As much as we would love for things to go according to plan, unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. As we have all experienced in 2020 (and most of 2021), you could plan out your day/week/year to the minute, and things just happen. In this episode, Alex and Jon talk with their guest Stephanie about being flexible and letting go of control in uncertain times!

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Communication Is Key

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This week Alex and Jon talk about their favorite word! CoMmUnIcAtIoN! In the digital world we live in, most of your conversations are through a screen. Whether you’re online dating, texting your significant other, or emailing for work, communicating can be a difficult thing to navigate!

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