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Let’s not reinvent the wheel- let’s replace it with the latest model and put a new spin on life! With a lack of male voices in the world of therapy, self-help, and parenting, The Dude Therapist Podcast will help fill the void and give men and women alike a safe space to have an open conversation and grow. As a trained therapist, I provide an informed, fun, and relatable male perspective on everything from mental health, men's issues, parenting, and just being a human. Whether you want to und ...
Mental health is everywhere. Period. The human experience; work, hobbies, interests, entertainment, challenges, relationships etc. is unique and seen through our own individual 'lenses'. Take a journey through these experiences together with a mental health professional (me!), his dry wit, and guests from across the landscape of everyday life he convinced to join him as they have candid conversations- all through the lens of mental health. Almost like you do...but recorded. No corn or dads w ...
In You Are a Storyteller, Belief founder and executive creative director, Jesse Bryan, and chief storyteller, Brian McDonald, discuss the elements that make for a good story. Listen as they analyze classic films, talk through the nuance of structure, stress the importance of the armature, and cover things like outer boundaries and the dark night of the soul.
Modern dating sucks, but it shouldn't have to. That's why Ilana Dunn is here to help you feel less alone and more empowered in your dating life. On Tuesdays, Ilana interviews expert guests to answer your biggest questions about dating and relationships. On Thursday’s "Unfiltered" episodes, anonymous guests share what they have been through, how they got through it, and what they wish they knew when going through their experience. Follow along @seeingotherpeople on IG!
Vanessa Bennett, LMFT is an author, licensed psychotherapist, clinical entrepreneur and mental health content creator. Her therapeutic approach integrates years of study and practice in Depth, Buddhist, and Yoga Psychology. She co-hosts the Cheaper Than Therapy Podcast, leads soul-based retreats and workshops, and creates and facilitates curriculum…
UNFILTERED: I'm joined by an anonymous woman who shares the story of a two year long situationship turned relationship filled with anxiety, manipulation, and infidelity. She opens up about why she gave him so many chances, why it was easier to stay in a broken relationship than it was to leave, and what finally pushed her to her breaking point. We …
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36 Questions that Lead to Love with Mady Maio
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Mady Maio, founder of Camber app and host of Okay Sis, joins the show today. We answer some of the 36 Questions that Lead to Love in honor of Mady’s new video podcast “36 Questions Later,” and deep dive into discussions about the concept of fame, how you can’t make everybody happy, and our desire to not care what others think. Mady shares how she a…
My fiancé Jake (AH!) joins me to recap our proposal week! We answer your questions about when we knew we wanted to marry each other, if/when we talked about a timeline for getting engaged, and if he asked my parents’ permission. We dive into our ring-making process, what “ring shopping” was like, how far in advance he got the ring, and more. Finall…
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Babies to 2 and Beyond w/ Dr. Brita DeStefano
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Dr. Brita DeStefano is a board-certified pediatric physical therapist, mom of 2, and owner of Progress Through Play. Dr. Brita practices in the Denver area and offers virtual consultations worldwide. She is an expert in child development from birth through walking and is passionate about helping babies feel good and move well to thrive along their …
I’m joined by Ariella Azaraf, LCSW, to talk about expressing your needs, setting boundaries, and managing your dating anxiety. We discuss the language to use when you want to communicate about your needs (or your needs not being met) to someone new, when and how to trust your gut and intuition, coping with being blindsided, and what to do when you’…
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Losing my Job at Hinge, Starting Seeing Other People, and My Biggest Dating Tips
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I’m sharing one of my favorite podcast interviews I’ve experienced to date! Elevation Nation’s Sam Pantich and Parker Yablon invited me onto their show to discuss how I got to where I am today. We discuss my career path, including my struggle in the music industry post-college, my time at Hinge, and how I made the decision to go full time with Seei…
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How to Truly Align with our Values and Self w/ Clint Davis
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Clint Davis is an Army Veteran with a bachelor's in psychology and a master's in Marriage and Family Therapy. He is an ordained minister and an LPC, trained in trauma and certified in sexual addiction recovery. Clint is trained in Natural Lifemanship, which is a trauma-responsive equine therapy, where horses and humans connect and heal. For over a …
I’m joined by Brianna Apple, a 23 year old Tiktoker navigating the NYC dating scene. We discuss the nuances of why she’s dating for fun and not for love right now, and how she navigates getting to know people without being misleading about her intentions. She shares why she has her heart guarded, her biggest dating pet peeves, and hilarious dating …
Jarred Fantom, or Jay as most people call him, is a persistent and passionate twenty-six-year-old entrepreneur, award-winning filmmaker, speaker, and writer who works incredibly hard at being the best, authentic, honest, loving, kind, and excellent version of himself daily. Jay is the founder and host of The Story Box, a Top 4 Podcast in 2021. Jay …
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"Getting Through A Blindsided Breakup"
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UNFILTERED: I’m joined by a 40 year old woman who shares the story of how she developed a relationship with an old friend after he became her white knight during her divorce. We hear how they went from being friends (and roommates) to partners, and how their relationship went from happy and healthy to toxic, manipulative, and emotionally abusive. S…
Ellen Vora, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist, and yoga teacher, and she is the author of the bestselling book The Anatomy of Anxiety. She takes a functional medicine approach to mental health—considering the whole person and addressing imbalance. Dr. Vora received her B.A. from Yale University and her M.D. from Columbia Universit…
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Masters of the Craft: John Arcudi on Conflict, Complexity, and Tapping Into the Universal Experience
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In this episode of “Masters of the Craft,” Brian is joined by comic book writer John Arcudi, who’s written for DC Comics and Dark Horse Comics and is currently working on Two Moons, a series from Image Comics. John shares why stories that focus on the smallest possible conflict are often the most interesting, and how truth and complexity are key to…
I’m joined by Sabrina Bendory, Author of “You’re Overthinking It” and “10 Things Every Woman Needs to Know About Men.” Sabrina shares insight into what men really want, red flags that you should never ignore, and how we can stop overthinking. We discuss how to stop obsessing over someone early on, whether or not you should date multiple people at a…
UNFILTERED: I’m joined by Laurina Sachetti, host of Funny Girl Podcast to talk about her experience embracing her sexuality. We learned what led her to become pansexual (and what that means), what signs she saw and may have ignored, and how she began to experiment dating people of different genders and sexual orientations. Laurina shares how the qu…
Amy Morin is the editor-in-chief of Verywell Mind, the biggest mental health website in the world and she’s the host of The Verywell Mind Podcast. She’s also an international bestselling author. Her books, including 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do, have been translated into more than 40 languages. The Guardian dubbed her “the self-help gu…
I’m joined by Orly Israel, founder of Orly’s Listening Table, to discuss all things listening and communication. We hear about why he started Orly’s listening table, what he’s learned from it, and the impact it’s had. We discuss how to practice being a better listener, when should you just listen vs offer advice, what to do when you disagree with s…
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Creating a Peaceful Home w/ Dr. Laura Markham
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Dr. Laura Markham is the author of Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids: How To Stop. Yelling and Start Connecting, Peaceful Parent, Happy Siblings: How To Stop the Fighting and Raise Friends for Life, and now her latest book, The Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids Workbook: Using mindfulness and connection to raise resilient, joyful children and rediscover your l…
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Evolving our Understanding of Autism w/ Dr. Tay
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Dr. Taylor Day, aka Dr. Tay, is a licensed clinical psychologist. She specializes in the early diagnosis and intervention of autism. She also feels passionate about supporting parents as they learn to shift their parenting approaches and make changes to prioritize their autistic child’s needs. Dr. Tay utilizes a Whole Family approach, which is a co…
UNFILTERED: I’m joined by Julia Mazur, host of Pretty Much Done and former Tinder employee, to discuss her journey leaving a toxic relationship, learning to love herself, what she’s learned from her recent breakup, how she overcame the societal / internal pressure to get married and start a family, and more. We hear how her she ended her previous r…
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Recently Single Behavior, Missing an Ex, and How to Flirt
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Erica Shea (previously on the episode “Do You Really Find Love When You Least Expect It?” is back to update us on what happened with the guy she met…when she least expected it. We hear why it didn’t work out, how things ended, how her healing process has been, and what she’s learned from the breakup. We chat about RSB, AKA “Recent Single Behavior,”…
UNFILTERED: I'm joined by Kyla who shares her experiences dating people from all around the world during her solo travels. We hear what led her to start traveling on her own, how she went about meeting people, the differences in her dating experiences abroad vs in America, what she learned from dating in different countries, and more. Support this …
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Let's Talk about Postpartum w/ MaMa Psychologists
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Caitlin & Chelsea, Founders and Creators of mama psychologists. They are two Registered Psychologists in Alberta, Canada, but more importantly, they are two best friends and moms to 4 kids, 5 and under. They help parents navigate the difficult transition into parenthood. From trying to conceive to navigating those tricky toddler years and beyond! T…
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E33 We're All Losers with Dr. Josh Gonsher
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Loss in life is inevitable. Whether it be a monumental loss, such as the loss of a parent, or a smaller loss, like dropping the coffee you were really looking forward to - loss is part of the human condition. On this episode, we sat down with CBT Baltimore's psychologist, Dr. Josh Gonsher, to get his take on the various types of losses we experienc…
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Don't Believe What You See on Social Media with Hilary Weinstein, LCSW
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I’m joined by Hilary Weinstein, LCSW, founder of HLW therapy to discuss what she has learned while going through the most difficult time of her life. Hilary opens up about getting engaged as her mother’s four year battle with ovarian cancer was coming to a devastating end. We discuss the lack of transparency on social media, how we compare ourselve…
UNFILTERED: I'm joined by a woman who tells the story of meeting a man from Bumble, developing a relationship with him, and then learning that he's a member of a Nationalist organization. We hear how he told her this, what her reaction was, and why she decided to continue seeing him. She shares the internal struggle she faced because of this, her e…
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Getting Through the Suck w/ Dr. Neeta Bhushan
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As co-founder of the Global Grit Institute, a mental health training platform for leaders and professionals, co-founder of the Dharma Coaching Institute, training thousands to live their best lives, and world renowned expert on grit and resilience, Dr. Neeta Bhushan has helped thousands of people move past their heartbreaks, failures, and disappoin…
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Blindsided Breakups, Dating App Tips & Meeting People IRL
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I’m joined by Morgan Raum, Lox Club’s Head of Membership and creator of @tooomuchfoood. Morgan opens up about taking it slow at the start of a new relationship, the pressure of being their +1 at weddings in the early stages of dating, and the blindsided breakup she recently went through. We chat about the biggest mistakes people are making on datin…
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"I Was the Other Woman for a Year and Didn't Know It"
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UNFILTERED: I'm joined by a woman who tells the story of how she accidentally ended up in a long distance relationship with a man she met on Bumble while he was visiting NYC from Australia. We hear about their rom-com worthy first date, why they decided to keep in touch, and how deep their connection got despite the distance. She shares how spotted…
Lauren is a cacio e pepé pasta loving Registered Dietitian and Business Strategist. She is the founder of The Empower Method, where she helps women create their healthiest relationships with food, stop thinking about food all of the time, and finally eat pizza without guilt. She is also the founder of The Instagram Reboot, where she teaches nutriti…
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The Land of the Dead and Its Use in Stories | You Are a Storyteller
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In this episode, Brian and Jesse deep dive into the ten-year journey of crystallizing Brian’s newly released non-fiction graphic novel Land of the Dead. Together, they investigate ancient storytelling’s tradition of venturing to the underworld, the framework for what’s encountered there, and why facing life’s universal pain is essential for leaving…
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When to Call it Quits & How to Get Back Out There with Rudy A
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I'm joined by Rudy A, TikToker and host of the Rude Advice podcast. We discuss how he went from being happily married to having an affair, why he and his ex-wife decided to finally call it quits, and what going through his divorce was like. Rudy shares his advice for healing after a breakup or divorce, rediscovering yourself / rebuilding your life,…
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"My Ex-Wife Realized She's a Lesbian 14 Years into Marriage"
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UNFILTERED: I’m joined by a man who tells the story of how his 14-year marriage ended because his wife realized she was a lesbian. We hear how he reacted to the news, and how he and his ex-wife created a wonderful co-parenting situation filled with gratitude, empathy, and flexibility. He opens up about falling in love, with a woman we refer to as “…
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Masters of the Craft: Gene Luen Yang on Crafting Stories With Emotion
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In this episode of “Masters of the Craft,” author and screenwriter Brian McDonald is joined by cartoonist and lecturer Gene Luen Yang, author of the award-winning graphic novel American Born Chinese. Brian and Gene talk about what it’s like to pursue a career in the comic industry as a person of color—and how truly feeling the emotions of their cha…
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What’s Behind the Behaviors w/ Mona Delahooke
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Mona Delahooke, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 30 years of experience caring for children and their families. She is a member of the American Psychological Association and a senior faculty member of the Profectum Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting families of neurodiverse children, adolescents, and adults. …
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Relationship Timelines, Proposal Fails & Working With Your Partner with Olivia Landau
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I’m joined by Olivia Landau, Founder & CEO of The Clear Cut, the insanely popular bespoke diamond and fine jewelry company. We hear Olivia she made the first move with her now-husband Kyle, their emotional rollercoaster of a proposal story, why they ended up starting The Clear Cut together despite their families telling them not to go into business…
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When You "Do Everything Right" & It Still Doesn't Work Out
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On this Unfiltered, I'm joined by a man who went through a painful breakup in Mid-August. We hear how the situation spawned a lot of self-discovery and growth in the past four months as he's been healing, learning, and reflecting. We discuss how to read mixed signals, what to do when someone isn't ready to commit but you are, and how to process the…
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Anxiety + Gut Health w/ Michelle Shapiro, RD
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Michelle Shapiro is an Integrative/ Functional Registered Dietitian from NYC with 8+ years of experience serving over 1000 clients to reverse their anxiety, heal longstanding gut issues and approach weight loss lovingly and in a body-neutral way. Michelle, in her work, aims to bridge the gap for clients between functional nutrition and body positiv…
I’m joined by Tatiana Fogt, sexuality educator and host of Bedside, a podcast series & activist platform, where she explores sexual health & wellness in the digital age. We discuss having non awkward dialogues surrounding sex, setting clear boundaries, and assessing someone’s intentions. Tatiana answers listener questions about porn consumption, wh…
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Surviving and Thriving After a Toxic Relationship
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I'm joined by a 30 year old woman who shares the story of her two year long toxic relationship involving cheating, manipulation, and emotional abuse. She shares how the relationship started off like a fairytale, but then became an endless cycle of explosive fights, and silent treatments followed by outpours of affection and apologies for his behavi…
Britt Frank, MSW, LSCSW, SEP is a clinician, educator and trauma specialist. She speaks and writes widely about the mental health myths that keep us stuck and stressed. Britt received her BA from Duke University and her MSW from the University of Kansas, where she later became an award- winning adjunct professor. She is a Somatic Experiencing Pract…
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Adulting 101: Dating Mistakes, Losing Dream Jobs, and Friendship Breakups
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On this episode, I’m joined by Carly Silverman and Dani Katowitz, two of my good friends who I met via social media in 2022. We discuss all things navigating your twenties from career to friendship to dating to mental health and social media. We open up about getting let go from our “dream jobs,” the pressure we put on ourselves to find boyfriends,…
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Ilana's 2022: Highs & Lows, Lessons Learned, My Struggles & More
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I’m joined by my associate producer, Camila Vola, to reflect back on 2022 and look ahead to 2023. We discuss my highs and lows, what lessons I learned, who had the biggest impact on my year, challenges I overcame, and goals I accomplished (plus goals I did not). I open up about my fears, what I’m self-conscious about, and what my struggles are with…
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Pressure & Expectations from Family & Culture with Fatema Jivanjee-Shakir, LMSW
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I'm joined by South Asian Therapist Fatema Jivanjee-Shakir, LMSW, to discuss the nuances of South Asian dating culture and how much emphasis our society places on marriage. We discuss the shame and secrecy around dating in South Asian culture, how individuals are expected to not date in their teenage years and get married in their early twenties, t…
On this Unfiltered, a previous guest comes back to share the story of the relationship she was in over the last year where she caught her boyfriend cheating on her. We hear how the relationship began, when and how she found out he was being unfaithful, if she confronted him about it, and why she decided to take him back. She shares if she was able …
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The Biggest Challenges that Couples are Facing + Listener Q’s
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I'm joined by Zac Stern, Founder, and CEO of Official, the app for enhancing your relationships. We discuss why dating apps aren’t setting us up for relationship success, the biggest challenges that couples are facing right now, and why we’re so afraid to communicate with our crushes and partners. Zac walks us through what led him to start Official…
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So You Have a Crush on Your Coworker? with Kristen and Sam
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I'm joined by Kristen and Sam, my friends who are getting married in 2023 who – you guessed it – met at work. We hear how Kristen was crushing on Sam from afar and what steps she took to assess if there was mutual interest and make her move. They share Sam's initial hesitations, how they navigated the early stages of figuring out what was between t…
