Best Gabe Ever

tw: mention of suicide by Tylenol overdose Allison needs things to be explained to her like she's five years old. Lucky there's a Reddit for that! . r/exMormon brings us a rollercoaster ride with a story about a teenage daughter's new religious boyfriend--who hates Pride month and is also an asshole in general. Gabe doesn't like the new iOS update that warns users about unsolicited...

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Allison starts off by deeply upsetting Melisa with a rat photo. In r/todayIlearned, the trio speculate on why birth rates have dropped so dramatically in the last few years-- which is pretty easy to do given current society! Then, a man blames his 1 year old grandson for his divorce. r/wheredidthesodago showcases infomercials both good and bad. Gabe shares a horror story about buying a child a gif...

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Allison forces Gabe to share a fun fact that prompts a "deep" discussion about the human experience. The duo then try to help a listener who feels guilty over losing a former boyfriend to right-wing conspiracy theories. Then, Love Letters advice columnist Meredith Goldstein joins the pod to talk about why people don't listen to relationship advice and her own journey with opening herse...

Melisa starts the episode off strong with a sick burn. The gang then clarifies the concept of malicious compliance through the help of two listeners. Next up, sex workers share some of their most cringe moments with clients. Allison then connects with the subreddit Out Of The Loop (for obvious reasons). And finally, pizza delivery drama, online dating bad behavior and terrible book covers!  Celebr...

Original Air Date: June 25, 2021 In the final part of our Pride Live! show, Gabe and Allison are joined by musician Lucy Dacus to answer a listener's question about the best way to come out to her straight group of friends (and everyone else). Activist and educator Alexis Sanchez then stops by to discuss internalized homophobia/transphobia/biphobia. Alexis and Gabe share their own experiences...

Original Air Date June, 23, 2021 It's our Pride episode! Hooray! First, a pronoun change for Gabe as an update on their continuing gender journey. Then, we're honored to be joined by the ACLU's Chase Strangio to talk about his work on fighting anti-trans legislation, why these laws have sprung up all over in the last few years, and what we can do to help stop these discriminatory, misi...

Gabe has no rhythm and wonders how do couples know when a song is "your song?" A listener writes in worried because she doesn't have female friends and isn't sure if that's a red flag. All The Wiser podcast host Kimi Culp joins the chat to talk about learning from the darkest moments of her and her guests' lives. And why it's important to have these conversations (respo...

Gabe shares how it's easy to get into anywhere while wearing a high visibility vest with posts from r/ActLikeYouBelong. Melisa is an expert at attending events she isn't supposed to be at. r/thanksImcured collects responses to people's mental illnesses and trauma that are insulting, condescending, and...obvious. A horrible hook up leaves a handwritten note with "constructive feedba...

tw: brief mention of pedophilia, racism, and Anti-Semitism Allison has a TV rec that you MUST watch. Shelly writes in to ask about attachment styles and how to know what that means for her relationships. Gabe has an unexpected emotional reaction to the question. Then, Steve Hall from the Local Initiatives Support Corp joins the podcast to talk about how to support small businesses and the importan...

tw: fatphobia and anti-fat bias Our trio's deep dive begins with a subreddit for long hair that provides loving support if you want your hair to touch the ground. Allison then reads a r/menwritingwomen post that is so cringey we'd understand if you can't listen or want to rip your ears off. Next, r/HelpMeFind brings us a fun cat toy that Gabe has actually contemplated buying and sparks...

Allison fights through her discomfort to promote her Substack (please subscribe!). The duo (but mostly Gabe) then try to help a listener who is battling transgender imposter syndrome and isn't sure if they are "trans enough" for top surgery. K-Town for All's Andreina Kniss joins the chat to talk about misconceptions around unhoused populations, the housing crisis and the subtle tac...

In r/relationship_advice, an UNBEARABLE man's best friend wants him to dump his girlfriend, a single mom who he's already broken up with numerous times. Allison admits she'll be terrible and demanding during pregnancy. Then, a Redditor finds creepy Post-its around his house. Allison loves pranks, Gabe loves revenge. Melisa wants to know if Allison's dad talks about her. In r/ProRev...

tw: racism, addiction Allison worries she's a bad dog mom after Sugar has a paw injury. Gabe's name change went through and he shares why he chose the "male" gender marker. Next, a listener writes in to ask about how to platonically purchase a home with a close friend and still be able to date other people. The incredible Laura Cathcart Robbins joins to talk about what it's lik...

Allison starts off by sharing one of Reddit's longest inside jokes that leads to a discussion of what type of jokes are allowed. They then dive into a cheating story that is about...a woman's belly button. Which prompts Allison to share her concerns about her own belly button. Next up, strange laws regarding bagels, air and beards! Then, old people doing weird stuff on Facebook and Melisa&...

Allison's dead grandma is emailing her. A listener writes in to ask if they can still use weed for their mental health even though their therapist doesn't approve. Gabe reveals the reasons they got a new therapist who specializes in autism. Then author Zachary Zane joins the pod to talk about his book Boyslut, his life as a bisexual polyamorous man, and his OCD. He is basically Gabe and Al...

Allison is still learning how this mysterious website works. Her investigation leads the group to clever comebacks, Court TV secrets and nose-breathing conspiracies! Glitch In The Matrix has a lot of rules. But they don't explain what happened to those razors! And finally, do you believe in the multiverse?? Because we sure do! Plus, a Grindr hook up with a reptile twist. Watch our 4/20 Live Sh...

Gabe shares a random night they had at a jazz club called The Baked Potato. The duo then try to help a listener whose past relationships have been negatively affecting her current one--especially with the pressure of her birthday coming up. Next, the Fat Doctor, Dr. Asher Larmie, joins the podcast to talk about weight stigma, anti-fat bias leading to treatment delay, the conspiracy to shell out da...

Melisa and Gabe love winning people over. Allison doesn't have time for it. But she does have time to dive into international cigarette company conspiracies, pogs, Pokemon cards and a WILD 90s confession. How does one become a moderator on Reddit? Which celebrity got a bad rap for no reason? And what do you do if a bride doesn't want you to wear glasses at her wedding?? A variety of subred...

Content warning: rape, sexual abuse, child sexual abuse, non-consent Allison is wearing makeup and no one cares. Gabe and Allison then answer a listener's question about what to do when their family responds poorly to being called in. Next, survivor advocate and image based sexual abuse activist Leah Juliett joins the podcast for a very important conversation about "revenge porn," how...

Allison needs magnets. Gabe feels connected to humanity through r/FoundPaper. Melisa hates looking weak. Do we keep letters from old lovers? Do we check Bibles for money? What is this show about? Gabe was hit by a bicycle once and then their relationship ended. We explore mom group shaming and a horrible post where a mother shares with the entire internet that her daughter lost her virginity and e...

tw: mention of sexual assault in Hypotheticals, and mentions of shootings and violence in Topix Allison hates her insurance and Gabe hates their monotone testosterone voice. After complaining, the duo give advice to a listener who is concerned about a conflict between two friends and is wondering if she should meddle to try to fix things. Next, Maya Lau joins the podcast to explain the importance...

The show gets a boost from some listener submitted subreddits. (Please keep sending!) Including r/rectalstickers which prompts a very relevant story from Allison. Then a deep dive into r/lifeofnorman, a subreddit about the mundane life of a fictional character named Norman, makes Allison, Gabe and Melisa very cozy and inspired. And finally, FauxMoi and DeuxMoi and a ridiculous misunderstanding.  T...

The duo start off with a heartfelt plea for everyone to leave Apple (and Spotify!) reviews. (Please!!) They then try to help a Muslim listener who is't sure how to determine if someone is right for her. Allison Herman, educational director of Hope For The Day, joins the chat to talk about what we get wrong about suicide, ethcial journalism, the importance of peer support and how education make...