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193 - Raggedy Docent with Jen Statsky Nov 14, 2023

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We're really classing up the joint this week, excuse me. Joining us in The Carriage House is Emmy Award winning writer and comedian Jen Statsky!

Jen's work is legendary, from PARKS & RECREATION to THE GOOD PLACE to BROAD CITY and, of course, let's not forget she's the co-creator of the HBO smash hit series HACKS. She might also be a docent at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Jen joins us to give advice on moving into a boyfriend's mojo dojo casa house and dealing with a close family member who's decided to live abroad.

Ronnukah is NEXT WEEK! We're preparing our gift lists as we speak and we can't wait to share them with you. We've also got some Ronnukah gift boxes of our own that we know you'll absolutely love, so tune in next week to hear what's on offer. And if you have any last minute gift suggestions or questions you'd like us to mention on the Ronnukah episode, send it TODAY!

December's AR Social Club is always the most festive of the year, and this year will be no exception. Make your holiday "sparkle" with the gift of luxury and refinement. arsocialclub.com

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192 - New Energy Vibe with Zachariah Porter Nov 07, 2023

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Now wait a minute. We've got a bit of a "get," as they say, for this week's show. A person whose Instagram, much like our own, is a MUST FOLLOW, pardon me. Joining us in The Carriage House is none other than Internet superstar Zachariah Porter! Again, if you're not following Zachariah on Instagram and TikTok then you are missing out on so much in your life. And be sure to catch his CAMP COUNSELORS PODCAST that he co-hosts with Jonathan Carson.

Zachariah helps us give advice on some coworker cohabitation drama as well as helping someone decide what to buy with a gift card from a dearly departed family member.

Ronnukah: it's the reason for the season in The Carriage House! And it's coming up quick. Be sure to send us any gifting questions or suggestions by November 14th if you want them featured on this year's Ronnukah episode. askronna@gmail.com

Our holiday offerings this year are going to be SPECTACULAR, pardon me. But of course it all starts with what we'll have on offer in December's AR Social Club. December was a club highlight last year, and this year promises to be no different. Come join us! arsocialclub.com

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191 - Treat or Trick with Paul F. Tompkins and Janie Haddad Tompkins Oct 31, 2023

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Now wait a minute. It's Halloween, and you know that's one of our favorite holidays, so it couldn't be more perfect that we happen to be spending it with two of our favorite people: Paul F. Tompkins and Janie Haddad Tompkins!

Do yourselves a favor and subscribe to their substack at weekendwater.substack.com to get all the news about Janie and Paul, including tours, merch, and of course info about their fabulous podcast STAY F. HOMEKINS.

It's all tricks and no treats this week (with the exception of the world's biggest Reece's Cup) as Paul and Janie join us to give advice on a father/son relationship that's soured and a workplace that stinks to high heaven.

Only one more day to join us for November's AR Social Club and the Thanks-Kiki! Dress your holiday table this season with an incredible curated cocktail that's sure to impress. And a one-off box makes an absolutely PERFECT gift! arsocialclub.com

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190 - Everybody Has a Magda with Jessica Barden Oct 24, 2023

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Now wait a minute. Ronna's coming at us from the Austrian Alps this week, much to (Bryan)'s envy, but the bigger story here is how we were able to land such a star as our guest this week. Joining us in The Carriage House is none other than actress Jessica Barden!

You know Jessica (Jessy, as her friends call her) from her work on THE END OF THE F***ING WORLD, PIECES OF HER, and YOU & ME, and in films like THE LOBSTER and SCARBOROUGH.

Jessy helps us give advice on dealing with a rival at work and a housesitting dilemma.

Ronnukah is coming up on November 21, so be sure to send us your questions and gift suggestions by November 14! We've got quite the gift list this year, and we'd love to add your thoughts!

Does your Thanksgiving table need a little extra class this year? AR Social Club can help! There's never been a better time to join the club than this holiday season as we outdo ourselves yet again with expertly curated cocktails sure to please even the most discerning holiday guests. And a one-off box makes for the perfect gift! arsocialclub.com

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189 - Grappling but Glowing Oct 17, 2023

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It's a Carriage House Catch-Up this week, and we've got a lot to talk about. After some in depth talk on world events, Ronna (& Bryan) festoon the episode with their spot on advice on topics ranging from hair ribbons to queer etiquette to moving in with a partner. Lots to get to!

Ronnukah is coming fast, and we want to hear from you! Our Ronnukah episode is November 21 this year, so if you've got any gifting suggestions or questions for Ronna (& Bryan), make sure you get them to us by November 14. We've got some very special things planned for the holidays this year, and we can't wait to share with you!

And if you're looking to knock your holiday guests' socks off this season, nothing beats a curated cocktail kit from Ask Ronna Social Club. It'll be a November and December to remember, pardon me. Join us in the club or get a one-off box for that special someone. They make the perfect gift for that special friend who needs a little luxury in their life! arsocialclub.com

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Introducing: She Speaks Bravo Oct 12, 2023

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On the podcast She Speaks Bravo, host Emily Hanks likes to believe that Bravo TV is a great form of self care and therapy. And trust us, Emily has been using it for over a decade and she is a complete... mess. But she's not a mess during her Bravo time. If you love all things Real Housewives, Vanderpump and more, you're going to love She Speaks Bravo.

You can find the entire She Speaks Bravo catalog on Spotify, apple.co/shespeaks, or wherever you get your podcasts!

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188 - Blowing Coat with Heather McMahan Oct 10, 2023

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Now wait a minute. We may have had to go to the nether regions of Georgia to chat with her, but we couldn't be more thrilled to have her on. In fact, we could have talked to her for HOURS, pardon me. Joining us in The Carriage House is comedian Heather McMahan!

Heather is currently on tour throughout the US and Canada, AND her Netflix special SON I NEVER HAD premieres on the streamer on October 17.

Heather helps us give advice on some gifting drama, moving to a new city that also happens to be the home of an ex, and figuring out the most polite way to tell a friend that his mustache is disgusting.

Need something else to be thankful for this November? Come join us in the AR Social Club! The holidays are the PERFECT time to join us. Make your Thanksgiving and Christmas tables sparkle with curated cocktails sure to impress all your friends and family. arsocialclub.com

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187 - We're All in the Puberty Business with Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett Oct 03, 2023

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Now wait a minute. (Bryan) had a previous commitment, so he's unable to join us this week, but don't you worry. We've got a total woman power episode, pardon me. Joining us in The Carriage House are puberty experts Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett! They're the authors of the incredible new book THIS IS SO AWKWARD, the ultimate guide for adults helping tweens and teens navigate puberty.

They're also the founders of Order of Magnitude, the first stage-of-life company focused on puberty and hosts of THE PUBERTY PODCAST. They even have their own line of clothing and accessories specifically made for bodies going through puberty: OOMLA

A special thanks to our listeners who wrote in with puberty specific questions this week. Cara and Vanessa help answer questions on sexual identity when going through puberty, how to navigate when a young person first encounters explicit media, and menstrual health.

Can you believe we're talking about November in the AR Social Club already? If you're looking for an extra reason to be thankful this year, nothing will help more than a fabulous cocktail from the experts. And if you're looking for the perfect gift, a one-off box is a cocktail connoisseur's dream. Join us before November 1st at arsocialclub.com

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186 - Naked Cake Eating At Eileen's with Jacob Anderson Sep 26, 2023

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Now wait a minute. We've landed stars on this show before, but this week we've really got a big one. He's in heaven, we're in purgatory, ok? Joining us in The Carriage House is none other than the star of INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE Jacob Anderson! IWTV is now streaming on MAX and will soon be available in the UK on BBC 2.

Jacob helps us give advice on dealing with a husband with a secret and what to do about a family member who may be falling victim to a multi level marketing scam.

This Friday is the last day to stream Ask Ronna (& Bryan) LIVE at the London Podcast Festival. If you haven't seen it, what are you waiting for? There's kinesis! Go to askronnalive.com for all the details.

Halloween is HUGE in The Carriage House, and nowhere is that more evident than in the AR Social Club. The October cocktail, we already know, is going to be VERY popular, pardon me. Join us before October 1st for an invite to the Spoo-Kiki! arsocialclub.com

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185 - You and Me and Your Airbnb Sep 19, 2023

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We're still recovering from the FABULOUS time we had in London at the live show this past weekend. Sure, Brunello Cucinelli may have snubbed Ronna from his 70th birthday, but we're still in high spirits! We've got a Carriage House Catch-Up this week, and we've got a lot to talk about. Then we give advice on a Dooze McBOOZE of a problem involving a friend with a MASSIVE secret and follow it up with more of our two cents on protecting your happiness. This one is for all the Primitiva Floral Queens out there!

Did you miss our show at the London Podcast Festival? Don't worry, you can still stream it from home! Don't miss special guest Paul Feig and all the other fun and surprises we had. askronnalive.com

AR Social Club for October is going to be an absolute RIOT of a good time. We can't wait to share this cocktail with you. It's destined to be an instant classic. Join us at arsocialclub.com

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