THE UNGUARDED PODCAST

In this episode of Unguarded, hosts Joe and Bec Smith explore the challenges and rewards of dating, especially within a community. Joe and Bec share personal experiences and highlight the benefits of seeking advice from trusted friends while dating. They stress the importance of being open, taking risks, and embracing rejection as part of the journey to finding love. They also discuss the role of...

In this special Q&A episode of UNGUARDED, we’re answering all the questions YOU submitted! From the challenges of navigating love to the ups and downs of building deeper connections, we tackle it all with honesty and openness. This episode is all about you—your concerns, your curiosities, and your desire to grow in your relationships. Whether you're seeking advice, looking for insight, or just...

We’re back with Part II of The Sex Talk, and this time, we’re going even deeper. If you thought the first conversation was raw, get ready for an even more vulnerable dive into what healthy sex and intimacy can really look like. Whether you’re struggling with communication or just looking to strengthen your relationship, this episode is for you.

In this episode of UNGUARDED, we’re tackling a topic everyone faces: conflict. We all argue, but how we handle those arguments can make or break a relationship. On this episode we answer some tough questions: Can fighting actually bring you closer? How do you fight without tearing each other down? How do you not take everything so personal? We open up about our own experiences with conflict - we h...

In this episode of UNGUARDED, we’re diving into one of the most important yet often avoided conversations: “The Sex Talk”. We explore what it means to express our sexuality in the healthiest way possible—emotionally, physically, and spiritually. We do our best to answer the tough questions like: What does true intimacy look like? How do we navigate desires, boundaries, and connection in a way that...

In this episode of Unguarded , Bec and Joe Smith open up about the evolving landscape of relationships, sparked by a fascinating New York Times article about a "polycule"—a 20-person web of interconnected relationships. They dive into what this unconventional setup means and whether it reflects a broader shift away from traditional monogamy. As they chat, Bec and Joe don’t just analyze t...

In our very first episode of UNGUARDED, we’re diving headfirst into what this podcast is all about: real, unfiltered conversations about relationships. We’ll share our story—how we met, the challenges we’ve faced, and what keeps us connected through it all. But this isn’t just about us. We’re setting the stage for the honest, no-holds-barred discussions we’ll be having with each other and with you...