Hi guys. It’s been… a minute. I dusted off the old microphone, remembered how to hit record, and apparently we’re podcasting again.

In this episode, I’m talking about something I realized I’ve been doing for most of my life: saying what I think… and then immediately softening it with a disclaimer.

“But it depends…”

“But everyone’s different…”

“But that’s just my opinion…”

Basically: saying the thing and then immediately walking it back.

Lately I’ve been trying something different... saying the thing and stopping there.

We’re talking about conviction, why so many of us over-explain ourselves, and why clarity is often more powerful than trying to say everything perfectly.

Because it turns out confidence sometimes isn’t about saying more…

it’s about finally saying what you think and letting it stand.

Conviction is sexy.

Let's dive in.

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This one’s for anyone who's ever wondered what really goes down behind closed doors when a marriage ends, and what it takes to come out the other side.

In this episode, I’m joined by matrimonial attorney Amanda Shaked, who’s seen it all: the custody battles, the prenups, the “just take the vase” showdowns, and the couples who just won’t stop dragging each other to court. We talk about what a “good divorce” actually looks like, why infidelity is often just a symptom, and whether the courts really do favor women - plus all the legal layers, from prenups and parenting plans to custody chaos and courtroom drama.

Amanda also shares the biggest red flags to watch for while dating, why staying just for ease might be the worst reason of all, and the #1 thing you should ask yourself if you're navigating a breakup or messy separation.

This episode is real, insightful, and packed with advice you didn’t know you needed - whether you're single, married, or somewhere in between.

Get in touch with Amanda: abshakedlaw@gmail.com.

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What happens when you stop doing what you should in love and start exploring what actually works for you? In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Jeff R for a candid, honest, and thought-provoking conversation about relationships that don’t follow the traditional script.

We dive into what it really means to be in an ethically non-monogamous dynamic - though it’s not quite what you might think. Jeff shares how he unexpectedly found himself exploring this lifestyle, what surprised him most about it, and why communication and transparency are everything. We cover everything from primary vs. secondary partners, the difference between ENM and simply dating casually, emotional expectations, friends-with-benefits, and whether it's possible - or even desirable - to "go back" to monogamy.

Plus, we talk invisible string theory, course-correcting from past relationships, and why letting go of the word “should” might be the biggest relationship hack of all.

If you've ever questioned traditional relationship norms (or are simply curious about the topic), this one’s for you.

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