As You Should pod

The holidays hit very differently when you’re an adult — and honestly, pop culture might be to blame. In this episode, we dive deep into millennial holiday nostalgia, chaotic Christmas movies, and the traditions that raised us (and low-key traumatized us). From the Hanukkah Armadillo and Festivus to Home Alone paranoia, Love Actually being emotional gaslighting, and whether Die Hard is actually a...

This episode took a turn REAL fast We’re doing a lightning-round Celebrity Hall Pass —YAY or NAY only—breaking down the most talked-about men across Gen Z, Millennials, and everyone in between . From Tom Holland to Pedro Pascal , Theo James , Chris Hemsworth , Ryan Reynolds , and more… we’re not holding back. Some takes are controversial, some are brutal, and some might get us in trouble 👀 This i...

Let’s talk about bad TV boyfriends — the kind we were supposed to root for, but absolutely should not have. From Chandler on Friends to toxic love-bombing characters like It Ends With Us , we break down why some of the most iconic TV and movie men are actually massive red flags. Just because a character is funny, charming, or “meant well” doesn’t mean they’re a good partner — and we’re done preten...

If you’ve ever called a $200 dress “basically free,” stayed one more night for “closure,” or justified Uber Eats as cheaper than therapy — this episode is for you. On As You Should , we break down the unspoken rules of emotional economics : why girl math makes perfect sense, why boy math starts at zero, and why situationships feel cheap but end up costing the most. We talk emotional ROI, heartbrea...

In this episode, we dive into one of the internet’s wildest running jokes the idea that Marines “eat crayons.” But beyond the meme, there’s a lot more nuance, humor, and real stories behind the stereotype. We break down: • Where the “crayon eater” joke came from • Why people still use it • The truth about Marines, military culture & inside jokes • Funny reactions, cringe moments, and what spou...

ive into the hilarious and painfully relatable world of office holiday parties — the awkward moments, the politics, the forced fun, and the survival strategies. From dress code confusion to HR drinking too much, to partners feeling the pressure, this episode breaks down why these parties feel like “another work meeting with alcohol.” We talk: ✔️ Office party politics ✔️ Dress code disasters ✔️ The...

We sat down expecting full chaos this season confessions, drama, secrets behind closed doors the kind of explosive moments the trailers promised. Instead, we got the Mormon-church version of a lukewarm Lacroix… like dropping a Skittle in a swimming pool and calling it flavor. Where’s the cult energy? Where’s the chaos? Where’s the Real Housewives–level drama we were teased? In this video, we break...

Wicked Part 2 just dropped — and everyone’s praising it except… nobody’s talking about the real stuff. So we did. From childhood Wizard of Oz nostalgia to beauty standards, hype culture, and why Toto might actually be the real icon, this episode is our most brutally honest take yet. Here’s what we get into: • Is Wicked 2 even worth the hype? • Why the original Wizard of Oz wasn’t magical for every...

Are boyfriends officially becoming the new ick? In today’s episode, we break down the wild shift in modern dating where showing your boyfriend online is suddenly “embarrassing,” girls are keeping relationships private, and the “aura tax” is now a real thing. We talk about: • Why boyfriend-centric content is disappearing • What the “aura tax” actually means • Why people want relationship benefits w...

oday on the show, we finally sit down to talk about Kim Kardashian’s new Hulu series — All’s Fair . And… yeah. It’s bad. Real bad. From the very first episode, the acting feels flat, the writing feels messy, and the whole “girlboss attorney” vibe feels like it time-traveled straight from 2014. Even with Ryan Murphy stacking the cast — Sarah Paulson, Glenn Close, Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash, and of cou...

Welcome back to another episode! In this conversation, we dive into how Numerology and Human Design shape the way we think, feel, lead, and connect with the world. We explore life path energy, soul urges, emotional patterns, intuition, and how these systems influence your personality, relationships, work style, and the way you move through life. This episode blends real stories, personal experienc...

In this episode of As You Should, we break down Human Design, Numerology, Enneagram, Myers-Briggs and every other personality framework we’ve used to understand ourselves better. We talk about how personality types shape the way you work, make decisions, build relationships, handle emotions, and move through the world. This is a fun, honest, deep-dive into identity and self-discovery.

As You Should: Veterans Day Special Episode Welcome to a special Veterans Day edition of As You Should ! This episode pulls back the curtain on the secret lives of military spouses—because honestly, it should come with hazard pay and Botox discounts. Featured Guest Zina, the ultimate military spouse with three decades of experience, shares the unfiltered truth about deployments, PCS moves, and wha...

Welcome to As You Should the podcast for women who have lived enough to know better and still choose chaos anyway In this spooky special, Alex & Bijal dive deep into the childhood fears and creepy stories that still live rent-free in their heads. From irrational ghost stories to that one weird family superstition we’re talking all things spooky, funny, and a little unhinged. If you ever ran pa...

Welcome to our spookiest episode yet! Join Alex & Bijal as we dive deep into the wildest conspiracy theories that'll make you question EVERYTHING. From mysterious businesses to celebrity replacements, nothing is off limits! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro: Welcome to Conspiracy Central 00:32 - The Mattress Firm Mystery: Money Laundering or Something Darker? 05:28 - CIA Safe Houses Hidden in Plain Si...

In this episode, we get real about the impossible pressure on women to “do it all” be the perfect mom, boss, partner, and friend without burning out. We dive into unrealistic expectations, the myth of having it all, and why perfection is overrated. We also break down the latest Real Housewives chaos, including Taylor Frankie Paul’s new reality show, soft swinging scandals, and all the reality TV d...

In this episode, Bijal gets brutally honest about cosmetic surgery, unrealistic beauty standards, and what it really means to make choices for YOUR body—not anyone else's. 🎙️ What We Cover: We went there—from what it actually feels like to get a boob job, to losing volume after kids, to why everyone’s suddenly talking about BBLs again. We also got real about empathy, womanhood, and the weird press...

This week on As You Should, Alex and Bijl are getting into the PSYCHOLOGY of it all. Ever walked past a couple and thought "are they siblings or dating?" Turns out, there's actual science behind why we're attracted to people (and pets!) who look like us. We're unpacking the exposure effect, debating whether Love Is Blind is actually real, and sharing our controversial beauty takes. Alex reveals he...

What really makes a friendship last? In this episode, we get raw about the bedrock of true connection—loyalty, trust, and showing up when it matters most. From ride-or-die moments and the messy reality of “friendship divorces,” to the heartbreak of losing someone you thought would be in your life forever, we unpack it all. You’ll hear personal stories about: Navigating toxic friendships and settin...

Alex, Bijal, and Katherine kick things off with a chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt deep dive into that four-letter word: love. From Alex’s raw story of raising three kids on her own, to questioning if men develop common sense before 40 (spoiler: doubtful), this episode swings between real lessons and ridiculous roasts. Expect a little wisdom, a lot of laughter, and some piping hot te...