Best Gabe Ever

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...

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...