All The Feelings • Still Adulting

Today’s episode is a tale of two archetypes: the Productivity Power User who color-codes their calendar like it’s a Kandinsky painting… and the Procrastinating Professor Slayer who tells himself he’ll fix it tomorrow—which, incidentally, is always today when it arrives. Pete, whose relationship with task management involves quad-wielding to-do apps like a productivity warlock, faces off with Tommy...

Ever started a fight in your head, won it spectacularly, only to realize the other person didn’t even show up to the battlefield? Welcome to adulthood, where conflict is less about actual shouting and more about side-eyeing someone into oblivion while whispering “I’m fine” with enough passive-aggression to wilt a cactus. In this episode, Pete and Tommy wade into the murky, tepid waters of grown-up...

This week on All the Feelings: Adulting, Pete and Tommy explore the emotional rollercoaster of civic duty—that grown-up responsibility that makes you feel both powerful and powerless, often at the same time. Pete recounts his surprisingly moving journey from accidentally running for office (yes, really) to wielding his democratic paddle in precinct committee meetings that felt like Parks and Rec m...

Making friends as an adult is hard. Like, trying-to-fix-a-leaky-faucet-with-a-pear hard. This week, Pete and Tommy dive into the emotional absurdity of adult relationships—why it’s so difficult to make new friends when you’re older, and why you still feel bad about that one friend you accidentally ghosted in during the Regan presidency. Tommy explores the paradox of adult friendship logistics (spo...

Welcome to All the Feelings: Adulting, where fitness isn’t about abs, it’s about survival—and emotional support comes with a side of pepperoni. In this episode, Pete confronts a lifelong love-hate relationship with exercise (spoiler: mostly hate) and shares how working with a trainer finally reframed strength as energy storage, not just punishment. Protein becomes more than a punchline—it’s a powe...

Welcome to Season 10 of All the Feelings, where your hosts Pete Wright and Tommy Metz III take you on a guided tour of that weird liminal space between “I should know better by now” and “Why does filling out a W-2 feel like a personality test written by Kafka?”In this premiere episode, the subject is Money, starting with the slow-burning crisis of homeownership. Tommy—staunch apartment loyalist an...

Our brave hosts embark on a journey through the Tabanero Hot Sauce Challenge, a sadistic gauntlet of increasingly ferocious condiments that culminates in something ominously named Dragon’s Breath, which sounds less like a food product and more like something that should require a hazmat suit and a government permit. Links & Notes Make Me a Nerd (Mandy's podcast) --- Learn more about supporting...

Oh, hello! This week on All The Feelings, we embark on yet another emotional rollercoaster, but this time, instead of spiraling into the depths of raw human emotion, we spiral into something far more terrifying: the crushing realization that we are allegedly adults and should know things. Of course, the rest of this member bonus episode is for our Feeling Friends. Want to hear the whole thing? Jus...

Is it possible for a canned cocktail, once opened, to retain its fizz for an entire summer? This isn't a question typically pondered in the hallowed halls of academia, but it's precisely the kind of delightful mystery that unravels in this episode of All the Feelings. Pete and Tommy embark on a conversational odyssey that spans the spectrum of human experience, from the surprisingly complex world...

What happens when the relentless march of capitalism collides with our deepest, most primal cravings? This week, Pete, Tommy, and Mandy plunge headfirst into a bizarre experiment that straddles the line between genius and madness: the world of branded iced coffees. Forget your artisanal pour-over; we're talking Twinkie, Ding-Dong, Twix, and Snickers-flavored lattes. It's a flavor profile that defi...

Pete and Tommy are back for a two-fer! This time they're tackling not one, but two of the heavenly virtues: kindness and patience. Join them as they explore what these virtues really mean, from navigating grocery store lines to reflecting on the DNC (dated references and all!). They dive deep into the idea of mindful patience, even touching on the ancient practice of Vipassana. Tom tries to cultiv...

Pete and Tommy tackle the sticky subject of greed in this episode of All the Feelings. They dive deep into everything from the biblical definition of this cardinal sin to its complicated relationship with modern capitalism. They wrestle with their own consumerist tendencies (hello, new iPhone!), explore the psychology of materialism, and manage to connect greed to Tommy's impressive DVD collection...

Pete and Tom tackle Temperance in this episode of All the Feelings, and boy, do they have some! They dive deep into the history of temperance, from its philosophical roots with Aristotle to the rise of the temperance movement in the US. Expect a hilarious exploration of how "don't get drunk" somehow led to women's suffrage (thanks, Dave!), the surprising connection between the temperance movement...

This week on All the Feelings: Sins & Virtues, Tommy and Pete tackle the tricky duo of jealousy and pride. With a season planned around the seven deadly sins and seven heavenly virtues, the hosts find themselves two episodes short. Their clever solution? A clip show featuring highlights from their previous discussions on envy and pride, cleverly disguised as a thematic pairing. The episode div...

This week on All the Feelings: Sins & Virtues, Tommy and Pete tackle the weighty topic of diligence. It all starts with a seemingly simple question: what does it mean to work hard? But as the duo delves into the nuances of global work cultures, things take a philosophical turn. From the "Huguo Shenshan" spirit of Taiwan's tech industry to the "karoshi" phenomenon in Japan, Tommy and Pete explo...

This week on All the Feelings: Sins & Virtues, Tommy and Pete explore the sin of gluttony, exploring its historical and cultural evolution. From its origins as a necessary caution against overconsumption in times of scarcity to its modern-day manifestation in our capitalist society, gluttony takes on new and surprising forms. Our insatiable appetite for more than just food has led to a culture...

This week on Sins and Virtues, Pete and Tommy tackle the surprisingly complex concept of Chastity. While often considered a virtue, Pete makes a compelling case for its inclusion in the pantheon of deadly sins. The episode takes a deep dive into the history of chastity belts, revealing a surprising truth: they were likely never actually used in medieval times. Instead, they seem to have originated...

In this episode of Sins and Virtues, we're tackling the fiery emotion of Wrath. Join Pete and Tommy as they delve into the history and psychology behind this powerful emotion, exploring its destructive potential and its surprising presence in pop culture. From ancient Greek philosophers to modern-day action heroes, the guys examine how wrath has been perceived and portrayed throughout history. The...

This week Pete and Tommy dive into the totally and completely grounded world of humility. Why is humility so often misunderstood as self-deprecation? What is it about the cultural and historical shifts in how these concepts are perceived that makes being truly humble so hard? We begin with a JOURNEY THROUGH TIME (cue the echo), examining how ancient Greek society valued pride over humility and how...

Pete and Tommy get frisky this week as they explore the lascivious legends of lust. From the origins of French kissing to the complex nature of desire, they dive deep into this often misunderstood and stigmatized sin. How is lust both a positive and negative force, depending on the context and the individuals involved? Why does it have such a stupidly gendered history and rich tapestry of societal...

This week on Sins and Virtues, Pete and Tommy tackle the tricky topic of charity. Tommy kicks things off by sharing his guilt-ridden relationship with modern charity because who would he be if he didn’t? Things take a personal turn toward Charity Shame Street when money isn’t enough. Also, don’t get scammed. It’s super important to research charities to ensure donations aren't just lining the pock...

In the season 9 premiere of All The Feelings, Tommy Metz III and Pete Wright dive into the world of sins and virtues, starting with the deadly sin of sloth. But what exactly is sloth? Is it simply laziness, or is there more to this centuries-old concept? We begin with a whimsical journey through the history of the seven deadly sins, from the early Egyptian and Greek interpretations to the more ext...

Sodas and TikTok and Forced Nostalgia? What more do you want for our final season break episode? Don’t answer that question. Tom also introduces his new pastime: murderboards. We hit a reunion of too many years, and we recommend you all watch the Three-Body Problem, but mostly first, you should read the books, which will make you feel small. Happy day! --- Learn more about supporting this podcast...

We’re back with favorite guest Mandy Kaplan with another dish of consumable delights and this month we’re putting lip to bottle in a survey of sweet and regrettably savory fizzy sodas. For those looking to join, here’s the master list: 1) MOXIE2) SPRECHER ROOT BEER3) KEY LIME PIE4) RAMUNE GRAPE5) SEAL YA LATER6) BUFFALO WING7) SLIME LICKER These come from fantastic Rocket Fizz stores in Beaverton...

Stuck on finding the perfect birthday present for your loved ones? We're here to help! First, we're dishing on the word nerds' selections for "words of the year" - from "rizz" to "hallucinations," it's a vocabulary rollercoaster! Also, dive into the wild world of VR with us as Pete helps Tommy embrace the Vision Pro life, goggle dirt and all. Links & Notes Oscars Selected Words of the Year Mer...