Best Gabe Ever

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 F...

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 sma...

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...

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, mal...

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...

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...

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 abo...

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 a...

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 bes...

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 c...

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 skept...

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 o...

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 opposi...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Transcription:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/15dZnWfgAy7S2idPHnc4CaUHkVK4-gWA5s992yVPtOco/edit?usp=sharing Gabe is missing but Allison and Melisa are doing their best without them goddamnit! They try to help a listener who isn't sure how to process their ex getting engaged. Carmen Rita Wong then joins the chat to discuss her new memoir about her mother's secrets and how they impacted...

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mquapHVIGLHLwuT7vw6FLyBZzrWk7XTBhCuFkJ2v9dc/edit?usp=sharing Allison finished the first draft of her book! Which leads to a discussion on work ethic and how the duo approach their various projects. Next, they answer a listener's question about how to get their non-vegan partner to better respect their veganism or at least stop half-promising t...

Original Air Date: January 27,2021 Allison and Gaby answer a listener's question regarding OCD tendencies and her family's (unfavorable) response to them. They're then joined by social psychologist Dr. Devon Price to talk about laziness (it doesn't exist) and the importance of context before judgement. And finally, found family! Who says you need to be related to be family? (Not us...

tw: mentions of dying/depression in the intro, ableism in the IQ Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1h-ofhpXbsNnjpz5N5_KrGEgCVj9d9zWrIL8shvzqwLY/edit?usp=sharing Allison is a winter, Gaby is a summer. And they each have problems with the other season's clothing options. Old Navy, please sponsor us. First, the duo answer a listener's very kind and thoughtful question about ho...

tw: surgery Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hw4xrVQqJPrgNIzLnSG-HqP4JxeycehhwuAayrnlhEQ/edit?usp=sharing Gaby and Allison start off with a lively discussion about Raskin pranks and bachelorette party fantasies. The duo then answer a listener's question about how to get over feeling uncomfortable about a co-worker's past inappropriate jokes. When do you need to move on an...

tw: cats killing mice  Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NC3GkbSIt6yvRTNLej1RyStkV3099O3cYMJ9s1EFYns/edit?usp=sharing Gaby and Allison start off by brainstorming about Allison new fake sci-fi novel "Ooh, Spooky!" Next, they address a listener who wants to know how to not find their mom SO annoying. Then, an incredible interview with cat behavior specialist Dr. Kristyn Vita...

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pCu3CR3HvAMW3lwO2IPAKzmo_DB-fzM7jI2zoVA_gQ4/edit?usp=sharing Is Allison driving people away?? (Again?!) The duo then try to help a listener who HATES to exercise even though it's been so helpful for their mental health. Robert Hartwell then joins to talk about his years as a Broadway performer, how you keep the same show fresh and the inner wo...

Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1T4Ax6OTg_4z9A9VAjo6jtjrTjFakgfOvSRIoS1W7LNw/edit?usp=sharing Our guest had a power outage! So you know what that means: A TALKING EPISODE! Allison gets to share her FULL engagement story for the first time! (1000/10 proposal! Very good job, John!) Gaby, Allison and Melisa then address a listener who doesn't know how to handle people not liking...