Just Between Us

tw: mention of sexual assault in Hypotheticals, and mentions of shootings and violence in Topix Allison hates her insurance and Gabe hates their monotone testosterone voice. After complaining, the duo give advice to a listener who is concerned about a conflict between two friends and is wondering if she should meddle to try to fix things. Next, Maya Lau joins the podcast to explain the importance of salary transparency, the benefits of unionization, and eliminating shame around money. Plus, how do Allison and Gabe relate to each other around finances?Finally, memoirs! Who should write one? What makes a good one? And is there an age minimum requirement?  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all

The show gets a boost from some listener submitted subreddits. (Please keep sending!) Including r/rectalstickers which prompts a very relevant story from Allison. Then a deep dive into r/lifeofnorman, a subreddit about the mundane life of a fictional character named Norman, makes Allison, Gabe and Melisa very cozy and inspired. And finally, FauxMoi and DeuxMoi and a ridiculous misunderstanding.  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-us/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The duo start off with a heartfelt plea for everyone to leave Apple (and Spotify!) reviews. (Please!!) They then try to help a Muslim listener who is't sure how to determine if someone is right for her. Allison Herman, educational director of Hope For The Day, joins the chat to talk about what we get wrong about suicide, ethcial journalism, the importance of peer support and how education makes a big impact. And finally: vaginal health gummies. They shouldn't exist.  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-us/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https:

We continue to deep dive into the "medium" corners of Reddit. Subreddits explored include r/wewantplates, r/marijuanaenthusiasts and r/mildvandalism. We also read about a "Just No" Mother In Law who is a nightmare and...maybe a baby thief? We then share a revenge story worthy of popcorn and applause. And finally, Reddit Or Not ends on a technicality! Still counts! This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-us/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Gabe And Allison start off by analyzing each other's laugh and granola bar preferences. They then try to help a listener who isn't sure if she is talented enough to finish writing her book or switch fields. Gender-based violence advocate Hayley Yocum joins the conversation to talk about domestic violence, how advocates help and what we misunderstand about IPV. And finally, what are our small business ideas? And is anyone willing to invest?  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-us/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The trio start off by sharing fun facts about their breathing issues. Allison explores a "spooky" subreddit that is probably not based in truth. Gabe brags about being featured in a Neon Lighting subreddit. A relationship post sparks a conversation about whether some people are incapable of being broken up with. Next, everyone's favorite hobby drama: knitting wars! And finally, can you contact the partner of the person your partner cheated on you with?? (Try to say that five times fast! And then don't contact them!)  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-us/donationsAdvertising Inquirie

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q1w3LxR1wF2QsdzEtspr8VOVCrEf5F-IvSNr1aA3V6g/edit?usp=sharing Gabe announces (not for the first time) that he wants to get a degree in mortuary science and be a funeral director. The duo then try to help a listener whose best friend can't seem to stop lying. Writer and performer Gabe Mollica joins the podcast to talk about male friendships, male loneliness, and how he has learned to have deeper relationships through his one-man show. And finally, material possessions! Is it bad to like stuff?  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-us/donationsAdvert

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17nt0bTnB7n-Ynd8IKd_lfXKlLMmgkMp4mdq3JdFxO94/edit?usp=sharing The trio start off with a Reddit thread about animals that makes them question reality. Next, the r/regretfulparents subreddit has Gabe riveted. Allison learns what a sapiosexual is and the group is appalled by a post about mind-games in dating. A post leads Allison to wonder about alien conspiracy theories. And finally, disinfectant dicks!  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-us/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13WsA8sUJZg8N2-RJO-Aw7rzBl5qVronjMdTXsV1EGTY/edit?usp=sharing Melisa and Allison start off by sharing their intense lotion routines, which shocks Gabe to their core. Next, the duo have very different opinions about what to do when a guy you're sleeping with wants to keep your relationship secret for horrible reasons. Then, film producer Daniela Taplin Lundberg joins the pod to talk about the hard realities behind making movies, how much movies actually cost, and what producers really do. Movie making magic! And finally, ChatGPT. What is it? And will it rule us all? This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSuppor

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1z3lzbz_woH46EPiYKAVOBvBf9WxXF925iGLEkE_8sfg/edit?usp=sharing Today we take a deep dive into r/HobbyDrama, where we discuss the long and twisted tale of a HUGELY sexist moment in the world of competitive pinball, presented by u/Beagleinthesnow (Who knew there was competitive pinball!) Then, a post prompts Allison to share her existing knowledge about interspecies friendship. And just when you think the show is over.... there's more! This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-us/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iOGtTXAOcgKNipTKoDq3ZTza0DMzPvdEt_e3qtMtmPk/edit?usp=sharing Allison's one year post-knee surgery. Gabe wants to know if any movie injuries have ever seemed real. First, a listener writes in wondering if threatening their dog with nail clippers when it's to keep them safely out of the kitchen is the right thing to do. How can we help our animals when they don't understand we're helping? And is negative reinforcement the way to go? Parenting is impossible! Then, Tiktoker and podcaster Mak Ingemi joins the pod to discuss trade secrets, share her frustrations with the app and give Gabe advice for how to go viral on #gaytok. And finally, award shows! Should they still exist?? This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SVUpq6ySIz-_QGLwEyM_qRNJ-kU6othabJwuJ5g5yRU/edit?usp=sharing We're back exploring the confounding corners of Reddit! The trio debate an Am I The Asshole about a man who doesn't want to take care of the dog his wife and kids have chosen to neglect. They then discuss an r/damnthat'sinteresting post that prompts a discussion on how to best kill your spouse. Also, why is the r/antiwork movement so controversial? Gabe, Allison and Melisa disagree on the semantics. But they do agree that Gabe has no filter!  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hYGtt7GrRbWNwSRb0fFwKMjX_whm3aUBMkk2fniJ4Hs/edit?usp=sharing Allison finally likes her nail color! (Thank god!) The duo then address a listener with ADHD who is worried about getting hyper fixated on their crush. Game master, Eric Silver, then joins the chat to talk about Dungeons & Dragons controversies, the art of playing RPGs and why both cute and strong goats are useful. And finally, what makes someone an "expert?"  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-us/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nr3EgMDlGCaFr0ivoMrGZKJkvg1Ug9Iinw52kmM1ekM/edit?usp=sharing In our brand new weekly show, Melisa and Gabe teach Allison about "Today I Learned" where she finds a wild story about 1700s pirates hijacking the metric system from reaching the United States. Allison also misunderstands how to actually find a subreddit. Meanwhile, Gabe is skeptical of the authenticity of Reddit posts in r/movies and on Reddit in general. And Melisa, because of her commitment to social vengeance, is one of the most famous people in her very niche subreddits. Everyone is having a different experience!  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest For

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QxhRx0w-DRZk6NcHOf7GtqT8cu2wsPCM4IIvsQLnfac/edit?usp=sharing Gabe opens up about their recent medical and mental ailments. It is exhausting to be a human! The duo then try to help a listener who feels overwhelming guilt when they aren't able to be environmentally conscious all the time. Alana Joy then joins the chat to talk about her journey of coming out and having to break her engagement to man. Which begs the question, how does compulsory heterosexuality impact all of our lives? And finally, boycotting movies! Is it worth it? This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircl

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MyEtnPAge3WCzpYdKjoDm5G77wvyK6rrXxUSWzCYq4E/edit?usp=sharing In a brand new weekly show, Gabe and Melisa attempt to teach Allison the ins and outs of the wonderful chaos that is Reddit. Our first episode includes a subreddit about Allison's engagement ring, incredible duck facts and a post about whether or not married people should have opposite sex best friends. Buckle up! It's time to explore!  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-us/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kobQdTmcl9l-4OcXiagLRl5mVVyceQLMgaMuwq41H9s/edit?usp=sharing Gabe shares how and why they picked their new name! The duo then respond to a listener who is feeling frustrated that they are always the one to reach out and make plans. This sparks a conversation about Allison and Gabe'e own friendship dynamic. They're then joined by Tara Reed the founder of Apps Without Code to talk about app design, the tech industry and what the hell it means to "code." And finally, gender reveal parties! Why are they still happening?  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.c

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ah8FEYFpKTjQl_0NhbFJCAYRwDZL6Spf1QDMX738qiM/edit?usp=sharing We're going back in time to another episode without Gabe! (Recorded before their name change.) Allison and Melisa start off with a discussion of Allison's new mortal nemesis. The duo then try to help a listener whose sister is using their therapist's opinion as ammunition to prove she is always right and being mistreated. They're then joined by TV critic, Ashley Ray, who discusses the history of Black TV shows, forcing diverse characters in White stories and the changing landscape of TV in a world full of streamers. And finally, how much does where we grew up influence who we are today? And why don't we have accents?  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16DmAgaQUA0w9JowmE_TYfYxAI3E4JNedbu03atvUCBM/edit?usp=sharing Gabe opens up about their broken engagement and why it's been so difficult to talk about publicly. The duo is then joined by Dr. Marc Schulz the associate director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, which has studied human happiness and fulfillment over decades. What makes us truly happy? And why is talking to strangers on a train one way to get there? And finally, George Santos. A true dumpster fire of a human being. This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey. To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-us/donationsAdvertising I

tw: suicide, light transphobia, racist language in context of time period, sexual assault, incest, violent crime Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VcJAHssERzj7wlLLp3GUgLch4YBR1YZ0t0WF5kvR5yc/edit?usp=sharing Gabe (still going by Gaby in this episode) is a week out from top surgery and walks Allison through the whole vulnerable rollercoaster of a process! A listener writes in with a really tough question about how to explain a death by suicide in their family to other people. Next, Root Of Evil and Facing Evil co-host Yvette Gentile joins the podcast to talk about her own history with being connected to a gruesome crime and how she covers true crime with a focus on ethics and morals. Plus, how does restorative justice work when you cover violent crimes? And finally, confrontation! Turns out, not one style fits all!  This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Post-Production by Coco Llorens Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey.   To listen t