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TW: This episode deals with domestic violence and physical abuse.
Laura brings up the lighthearted topic of domestic violence, why we tolerate celebrities who abuse their partners, and why she can't enjoy the Dead Milkmen like she used to.
The Guardian: Surge in domestic abuse cases coincides with Englandâs World Cup exit: Megan French
Journal Of Public Economics: Football, alcohol, and domestic abuse
LA Times: This is what it took to expose Sean âDiddyâ Combsâ abuse of his girlfriend: By Robin Abcarian
Angelina Jolie alleges âhistoryâ of Brad Pittâs physical abuse prior to 2016 plane ride in new Miraval lawsuit filing
By Alli Rosenbloom,
Chris Brownâs Legal Problems: A Timeline of Trouble
Not just a women's issue: Dr. Jackson Katz explores why we need âmore than a few good menâ to end the cycle of violence against women
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Laura and Virginia are delighted to welcome Jackie Kashian (Conan, Corden, The Jackie and Laurie Show), to talk about the difference between like and love, and her tolerance for lizards and wizards. On the way, we talk neurospiciness, comedy, and caesar salad.
Jackie Kashian: Stay-Kashian Comedy Special!The Science Behind Why We Fall in Love: Mt. Elizabeth Hospitals
The Science Behind Love: How Your Brain and Five Senses Help You Fall in Love: Jason Wirchin
Why We Love: The Nature and Chemistry of Romantic Love: Helen Fisher
âThe Suspension Bridge Effectâ peopleâs likability increases when they are in high places: Medium
How Do You Know If It's Love or Just Infatuation?
Figure out if it's an "I want you" or an "I love you": Barbara Field
Harville Hendrix, Making Marriage Simple: Ten Relationship-Saving Truths
Harville Hendrix, Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples
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We’d love to hear from you! Send us a text.Welcome to our fiftieth episode!In this ep we discuss aging, the different standards for men and women, and how our dead Dad used to dress like Off-Duty Trump, which wasn't a good look for anyone. We give hot tips on how to dress your age and why you have to fudge your age to date!
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We’d love to hear from you! Send us a text.What does it mean to be cancelled? Why does a pair of shorts haunt Laura to this day? Virginia goes on a rant about men in fine art. Also, a free public service Virginia is offering where she will screen male comedians for dating purposes. A quote I wish had occurred before we recorded this, about men in power and the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs:“You’re not just going up against the person who assaulted you,” said Drew Dixon, ...
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We’d love to hear from you! Send us a text.More stories about stuff we used to put up with- also, who's the best Bond? What happened to Laura's Being John Malkovich nesting dolls? And who steals toilet paper from Wal-Mart?References: Why Does He Do That? Lundy BancroftPsychology Today- 11 Reasons People Stay In Unhealthy Relationships-Roxy Zarrabi Psy. D.
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We’d love to hear from you! Send us a text.Just a real b*tchfest- chatting about Beat Happening, Superman II and Robyn Hitchcock on the way- and why Virginia can never look David J in the eye again.Exes beware! Probably don't listen to this one.Learn from us, young people!
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We’d love to hear from you! Send us a text.On the occasion of our Dad's birthday, we do an all-dad episode!PUT THE WHISKY DOWN!Pediatric Associates of Franklin: THE IMPORTANCE OF A FATHER IN A CHILD’S LIFE “Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents”:Lindsay C. Gibson
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We’d love to hear from you! Send us a text.We got to chat with LPC and LMFT Wendy Byrd about ketamine, the history of hallucinogenic therapy, and mental health. We do not want to have this much in common with Joe Rogan.References:Wendy's Website: https://wendybyrd.com/Connected Heart Therapy: https://connectedhearttherapy.com/The Past, Present, and Future of Using Ketamine To Treat Depression: Raleigh McElvery Ketamine - A Brief History, its Uses, and Possible Future
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We’d love to hear from you! Send us a text.In this episode, the ladies discuss whether the drive to achieve success, fame, money- all the things our society worships- is a sign of mental illness. On the way, we talk about what Jack Black is afraid of, what it's like to audition for reality television, and the things we do to impress our dead parents.
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We’d love to hear from you! Send us a text.Why do people lie? Who's the biggest liar on the show? What do Steve Rannazzisi and Brian Williams have in common? Virginia tells stories about comedians, and a real-life Muriel's Wedding.References:Everybody Lies: Big Data, New Data, and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are: Seth Stephens-DavidowitzResearch Reveals the Most Common Reasons People Lie- The association between personality and motivations for lying is examin...
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We’d love to hear from you! Send us a text.What defines whiteness, who made it up, and why can't you keep a suburban kid in Kentucky from taking a hip hop dance class?Rest in power, Martin Mull!References:The Guardian: What is white culture, exactly? Mona ChalabiPsychology Today: What Is Whiteness? Monnica T Williams Ph.Dstuffwhitepeoplelike.com“Stuff White People Like” Christian Lander Nell Irvin Painter, The History of White PeopleTa-Nehisi Coates, Between the World and MeWhy Do ...
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