Character Analysis

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In this episode, Sarah and I dive into the internet backlash aimed at a dating coach who had the audacity to admit she married a “nice nerdy guy” without feeling an instant spark — and she’s happy. Naturally, the internet lost its damn mind. We talk about why the obsession with “zsa zsa zu” is keeping women stuck in toxic patterns, and why the absence of anxiety doesn’t mean the absence of attract...

This week, we’re diving into dating patterns, gut instincts, and the uncomfortable truth that sometimes… it’s your trauma playing matchmaker. We break down a listener letter from someone who thought she finally found a unicorn — until he bailed out of nowhere. Was it anxiety? Or was her intuition picking up on something real? We talk about the difference between anxiety and intuition, why emotiona...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit characteranalysispod.substack.com We’re back! This week, Sarah and I catch up on all things GLP-1—new scales, shifting shot schedules, and some very conflicting feelings about progress. Sarah’s feeling a little discouraged lately, partly because no one’s commented on her weight loss (even though her pants are falling off). Meanwhile, I...

This week on F*ck That Guy Palooza 🎉 We’re serving up a buffet of walking red flags and emotional immaturity—bring your appetite. First course: a man who’s clearly past his dating app expiration date but still insists he’s entitled to a woman “out of his league” (whatever that means). Next up, a guy who treats his date’s romantic past like it’s a crime scene and somehow thinks he deserves answers...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit characteranalysispod.substack.com This week on Worth the Weight , I’m spilling the tea on a major mistake I made that seriously spiked my appetite—and let’s just say, Sam’s vet unintentionally became my weight loss guru (you’ll see). We get real about our relationship with food: why we feel guilty about wasting it, how we tie meals to c...

This week, Sarah and I are getting into a topic that, honestly, I wish more people were talking about: self-abandonment in relationships. We got a listener letter that really hit home — it’s from a woman caught in that all-too-familiar loop of feeling like she’s giving way more than she’s getting back. You know the drill: inconsistent texting, weirdly distant behavior, and that gut feeling that yo...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit characteranalysispod.substack.com This week on Worth The Weight , we’re diving deep into how living in a constant state of fight or flight impacts our mental health, our relationship with food, and our bodies. Chronic stress keeps our cortisol levels elevated, which can lead to anxiety, burnout, emotional eating, and stubborn weight gai...

In this episode, I get real about what it’s like to date with an organizedmattachment style—and how that plays out not just in romantic relationships, but in my bond with Sam, the 17-year-old chihuahua who somehow understands my emotional needs better than most men. We also read a listener letter from someone feeling stuck and second-guessing everything after a six-week situationship came to an ab...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit characteranalysispod.substack.com Remember, next week, we'll return to the dating advice/humor podcast. Worth The Weight is a bi-weekly segment for our $5 subscribers. Subscribe now to listen to the full episode. This episode of Worth The Weight takes a deeper dive into mental health and ADHD—something I’m really excited to explore as w...

In this episode, we discuss a fascinating New York Times podcast episode about the evolving role of artificial intelligence in daily life. Journalist Kashmir Hill explores the story of a woman whose relationship with a chatbot went far beyond casual conversation and became sexual—raising questions about AI, emotional attachment, and the future of human-computer interaction. Then, we get personal—b...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit characteranalysispod.substack.com In our new segment, Worth The Weight , Sarah and I dive into our personal experiences with starting a GLP-1 medication for weight management. In this episode, we get real about what led us to explore this option, our respective body image issues, how we felt after taking our first doses, and the adjustm...

In this episode, we dive into the bizarre and controversial world of Luigi Mangione's fanbase, exploring how a man accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson amassed such a devoted following. Inspired by the article, Inside the Luigi Mangione State Criminal Case , we unpack the competitive nature of his female supporters, who vie for his attention during court appearances, and how th...

In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked topic of internalized fatphobia —how it manifests, its impact on self-worth, and the ways it shows up in dating. I’ll share personal stories about my dad and sister, their struggles with obesity, and how those experiences shaped my own views on body image and attraction. We’ll also introduce a concept called "boomerasking" —a communication style t...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit characteranalysispod.substack.com While venting your dating frustrations on social media can feel cathartic, it can attract people who exploit your vulnerability and turn your life upside down. In this episode, we revisit Danielle's story about learning her boyfriend had two other girlfriends. We recap Danielle's twenty (yes, twenty) pa...

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Have you ever wondered what your ex's new partner has that you don't? Do you wonder if they treat their new partner better than they treated you? A listener wants to know how to stop pressing the bruise after a breakup. Here's her letter: A listener wants to know how to stop pressing the bruise after a breakup. Subscribe to my Patreon and receive three weekly members-only episodes, bonus content,...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit characteranalysispod.substack.com Subscribe to my Patreon and receive three weekly members-only episodes, bonus content, and access to weekly private advice letter posts. If you subscribe to my Patreon, unsubscribe to this Substack so you don’t receive duplicate content. Move over Erik and Lyle Menendez! The internet has a new boyfriend...

You Guys! I found a new rabbit hole. Someone recommended this Tiktok Creator’s page to me the other day. Here’s the back story: Four and a half years ago, Lisa (the Creator) had an affair with TV Personality and former US Marshal Lenny DePaul. The relationship only lasted a few weeks. Lisa said that after finding out DePaul was married, she ended things and contacted his wife. As some form of puni...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit characteranalysispod.substack.com Photo credit - Screen Rant While researching past episodes of Sex and The City for an article I'm writing, an interesting theme emerged. Many of the characters ended up with someone they didn't initially see themselves with or didn't fit their idea of their perfect partner. Most notable were who Charlot...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit characteranalysispod.substack.com Join our community as a paid subscriber to listen to the full episode. You’ll receive access to weekly members-only podcast episodes, advice posts, and other bonus content. Imagine you meet someone who shows you the care and attention you crave. He sends you good morning texts and checks in to see how y...

We recently received a letter from a long-time listener seeking clarity on her mother's advice. She wonders whether men are drawn more to women who embrace a relaxed and casual style than those who resemble models fresh off the cover of Vogue. We disagree with her mother's advice and explain why a man might suggest a woman dress down for dates. We also provided feedback to a man looking to spruce...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit characteranalysispod.substack.com Tiktok creator Esteeisonline vents about a recent experience  with a man she met on a dating app. In the video, she shares that the man asked for her Instagram account. She reluctantly gave it to him, only for the guy to block her soon after. Join our community as a paid subscriber for access to weekly...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit characteranalysispod.substack.com Rachel Siegel went viral on TikTok after sharing her story of being jilted at the altar. Her videos about that day and the emotional roller coaster she's been on since struck a chord with viewers, gaining millions of views. In this podcast episode, we dive into the emotional toll of broken engagements,...

Yesterday, dozens of relatives of Erik and Lyle Menendez gathered in front of an LA courthouse to advocate for the brother's release. In their speeches, they all addressed the lack of understanding of trauma and abuse that was prevalent in the early nineties when their case was first tried. Family members (as well as the brother's lawyer) also commented that had it been The Menendez Sisters charge...