69. Giving you body positivity and Victoria Garrick Browne
Has body positivity gone too far? To answer this question, we have our first guest on the podcast, Victoria Garrick Browne! A fellow content creator, mental health advocate, and founder of the Hidden Opponent, Victoria is hands down the most impressive person Alex and Jon have ever met. She joins the pod to share insightful points on body positivity, the “myth” of will power, and how to encourage your partner to live a healthier lifestyle with you. It’s Alex and Jon like you’ve never seen them before: serious and focused. Jon tries to impress Victoria with his volleyball experience but it’s clear theres no comparison. She was a D1 athlete and Jon is, well…Jon. Submit your questions here!0:00 - Intro01:00:32 - Has Body Positivity Gone Too Far?01:10:11 - Do I Need Botox For My Wedding?01:13:38 - My Family Shames My Body01:17:51 - I Want My Partner To WorkoutVivrelle: Go to www.vivrelle.com and apply for a membership today using code STRAIGHT for 50% off 1 month of membership - the code will also allow you to skip the Vivrelle waitlist.Wayfair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.Branch Basics: Head to BranchBasics.com to shop their Premium Starter Kit and save 15% off with code STRAIGHT at BranchBasics.com.Perelel Health: New customers can enjoy 20% off their firstorder with code: STRAIGHT. Visit perelelhealth.comVisit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.comVisit our other website www.alexjon.comFind us on Instagram!PodcastAlexJonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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68. Giving you gender disappointment, pregnancy, and lazy wives
Is my wife lazy or is she just pregnant? Careful how you answer this one. In today’s episode, Alex and Jon discuss all things pregnancy as Alex nears her due date! BABY IS IMMINENT! From being a fitness mom to a “lazy bum”, there’s no right or wrong way to be pregnant. As long as you pump and dump after drinking, you’re doing it right. Milk is replaceable! But a night in with a glass or wine…or two…priceless.Submit your questions here!0:00- Intro39:29 - What If Alex and Jon Were Related?41:31 - Get A Job? Or Get Pregnant? 43:05 - Fitness Advice for Expecting Moms46:10 - My Wife is Lazy…I Mean…Pregnant51: 22 - My Drunk Sister52:47 - My Husband Won’t Have Sex With Me59:29 - Is Gender Disappointment Valid?01:01:36 - My Sister Overshadowed My Day01:04:01 - Reading Your Secrets01:07:07 - Recs of the WeekVivrelle: Go to www.vivrelle.com and apply for a membership today using code STRAIGHT for 50% off 1 month of membership. The code will also allow you to skip the Vivrelle waitlist.Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.comVisit our other website www.alexjon.comFind us on Instagram!PodcastAlexJonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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67. Giving you weddings, plus ones, and distant friends
If you could change one thing about your wedding, what would it be? Alex and Jon answer this question in today’s episode! Weddings are supposed to be one of the best days of your life but it’s not always what is cracked up to be. From upset in-laws to kids running around, it can actually be the most chaotic day. The only thing Jon remembers from his wedding is how Alex looked. Sweet, right? Well…take a listen because Jon’s head is on the chopping block.Submit your questions here!0:00 - Intro37:33 - What To Splurge On? Skimp On? 42:12 - I Bought My Sister’s Wedding Dress47:32 - I Was Demoted from Bridesmaid to Guest51:28 - Plus One or Plus Zero?53:42 - Keep Your Kids Out of My Wedding!59:48 - I Kicked Him Out of the Bridal Party01:01:58 - Torn Between Two Celebrations 01:06:15 - Recs of the WeekCozy Earth: Head to cozyearth.com and use my code STRAIGHT for 40% off!Vivrelle: Go to www.vivrelle.com and apply for a membership today using code STRAIGHT for 50% off 1 month of membership. The code will also allow you to skip the Vivrelle waitlist.Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.comVisit our other website www.alexjon.comFind us on Instagram!PodcastAlexJonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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66. Giving you break ups, divorces, and instagram models
Getting divorced sucks. But getting divorced before you’re 30? Kind of chic. In this week’s episode, Alex and Jon talk about break ups, divorces, and dating married men. It’s all fun and games until he doesn’t leave his wife. But don’t worry! Alex and Jon are still happily married. They do talk about what they would do if they ever got divorced. Alex would be fine…but Jon? He can’t afford to lose Alex so he’s on his best behavior…for the rest of his life. Submit your questions here!0:00 - Intro35:41 - I Want To Save My Marriage38:52 - His Ex-Wife Still Has His Last Name41:40 - They Got Back Together...Yay?45:59 - Homewrecker or Homemaker?49:36 - She’s Dating a Married Man! 52:01 - We’re Getting Divorced Over Kids57:57 - How Do I Tell Him I’m a Divorcee? 01:02:12 - Do You Want IG Models or Me?01:11:18 - I Hate My Ex’s Cat01:17:54 - Recs of the WeekCaraway: You can shop Caraway Risk-Free! Enjoy fast, free shipping, easy returns, and a 30-day trial. Plus, if you visitCarawayhome.com/gitms you can take an additional 10% off your next purchase.Ritual: Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/STRAIGHT. Start Ritual or add Essential Prenatal to your subscription todayHello Fresh: The best way to cook just got better. Go to HelloFresh.com/STRAIGHT10FM now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life!Wayfair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.Branch: Head to BranchBasics.com to shop their Premium Starter Kit and save 15% off with code STRAIGHT at BranchBasics.com.Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.comVisit our other website www.alexjon.comFind us on Instagram!PodcastAlexJonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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65. Giving you gifts, shared bank accounts, and loser husbands
What should you get your best friend for their birthday? According to Jon: Nothing. Zip. Zilch. Nada. In today’s episode, we’re talking MONEY, HONEY and the expectations surrounding gift giving. Jon gets pretty heated in this one, so you may want to lower the volume on your speakers. If you take one thing from this episode, it’s this: Do not buy Jon gifts. Ever. Alex will gladly accept though! 0:00 - Intro28:32 - How Do I Make More Money?31:21 - I’m Buying a House, Not Your Friendship33:46 - Do I Need to Bring a Birthday Gift?40:28 - My Groomsman Ditched My Wedding 43:28 - My Mom Runs My Finances 47:26 - My Presence Is The Wedding Present58: 23 - My Husband Has Major Debt01:01:33 - I Want Access to My Husband’s Bank Account Cozy Earth: Head to cozyearth.com and use my code STRAIGHT for 40% off! And if you get a Post-Purchase Survey, make sure to let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here!Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.comVisit our other website www.alexjon.comFind us on Instagram!PodcastAlexJonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Follow along as this husband and wife duo give you unfiltered advice from two different perspectives. No topic goes unspoken, from sex, money, relationships, the good the bad, and the ugly. Alex and Jon will give it to you straight.
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