20. Forgiving, Forgetting, and Always Remembering
The best thing to do is forgive and forget…or is it? In this episode, Alex and Jon explore the complexities of forgiving past mistakes while acknowledging the importance of learning from them. Your gracious, gracious hosts also discuss the quality of the dating pool in 2023, a one night stand becoming your sister-in-law, and proving to your virginity taker that you’ve gotten better in bed. Submit your questions here! (00:00) Intro (10:19) If You’re Not Fighting, Is It Real? (11:43) Could You Date Someone With The Same Name As A Relative? (14:50) Are We Moving Too Fast? (16:50) Family Bonding Isn’t Always Easy (18:43) Can You Pursue Romance With One Of Your Patients? (27:26) Proving You’re Better In Bed Than Your First Time (30:30) Is Social Media A Valid Reason To Call Off Your Wedding? (35:15) Some Things Are Better Left Unsaid (38:20) When Your Boyfriend Won’t Delete His Homemade Videos (41:03) So Your Fiancé’s One Night Stand Marries Into The Family (46:34) The Dating Pool Is So Bad You Call Off Your Separation (54:14) Icks (1:00:42) Listener Review Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast Alex Jon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
27 Juni 20231h 2min
19. The Art of Letting Go
Moving on from a past relationship takes time. But how much time is too much? In this episode, Jon and Alex dive into listener questions about not having closure with the one that got away, being ghosted by your best friend, finding a true BFF as an adult, and the impact of distance when you want to take the next step. Submit your questions here! 8:59 Is it a red flag if your husband doesn’t wear his wedding ring? 11:18 Should your boyfriend of 2 years still be living with his child’s mother? 12:43 The pros and cons of the east and west coast 15:55 Dealing with jealous friends 18:39 Letting go of the one that got away 23:53 Being ghosted by your best friend 30:08 Can you be happy if you don’t have that one, true BFF in your life? 35:12 When a bad coworker starts to affect your work, what do you do? 39:29 Should you let distance stop you from expressing you feel about someone? 46:20 Icks 51:23 Listener Review Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast Alex Jon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
20 Juni 202353min
18. Pick and Choose Your Battles
Are you truly happy in your marriage if you’re still craving the attention of your ex? In this episode, Alex and Jon answer listener questions about a wife pursuing the attention of her ex, the pitfalls of destination weddings, conflicting opinions on how to do the laundry, and when group chats cross the line. Submit your questions here! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast Alex Jon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
13 Juni 20231h 5min
17. Uncovering Family Secrets
In this episode, Jon and Alex answer listener questions about catching your parents in a lie, when your partner cheats and you keep it to yourself, and finding out your baby was named after the one that got away. As a bonus, Jon and Alex have an update from a listener submission from their last episode and whether or not she said yes. Do you need advice? Submit your questions here! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast Alex Jon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
6 Juni 202358min
16. The Complications of Being Too Honest
Should your body count hurt your current relationship? In this episode, Alex and Jon answer listener questions about one partner’s body count creating tension in the relationship, how to deal with the anxiety that comes with flying, the dos and don’ts of gift giving in a marriage, and the rift finances can cause between you and your partner. Do you need advice? Submit your questions here! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast Alex Jon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
30 Maj 202359min
15. The Impact Of Technology On Relationships
Is technology driving a wedge between you and your partner? In this episode, Jon and Alex answer listener questions about VR porn pushing a relationship to its breaking point, the struggle of keeping a sister’s dirty little secret, the stress gaming can have on your partner, and when sliding in the DMs goes wrong. Do you need advice? Submit your questions here! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast Alex Jon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
23 Maj 20231h 6min
14. How Much Me Time Is Too Much?
Taking time to yourself is essential, but when does it take a toll on your relationship? In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon answer listener questions about having a celebrity hall pass, building trust with the in-laws, and sharing a home with your spouse and siblings. Do you need advice? Submit your questions here! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast Alex Jon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
16 Maj 20231h 1min
13. Boundaries for Bachelor Parties
Are having strippers at a Bachelor party harmless fun? or could it jeopardize your relationship? In this week’s episode, Jon and Alex answer listener questions on how to keep your Independence when going to college with your partner, how to ask for a raise, falling out with friends, trading one addiction for another, and settling with a sexless marriage. Do you need advice? Submit your questions here! Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast Alex Jon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
9 Maj 202353min
